January weather forecastRalston, ND
January
Weather in January
January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Ralston, North Dakota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 4.5°F (-15.3°C) and 18.1°F (-7.7°C).Temperature
The month of January sees the lowest average temperatures, reaching 18.1°F (-7.7°C) at the peak and 4.5°F (-15.3°C) at the low.Humidity
January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 90%.Rainfall
In Ralston, in January, during 2 rainfall days, 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 89.5 rainfall days, and 13.94" (354mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 12 days and typically aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of snow.Daylight
In Ralston, the average length of the day in January is 8h and 53min.On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:36 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:15 am and sunset at 5:42 pm CST.
Sunshine
The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine.UV index
January is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The average daily UV index of 1 in January transforms into the following instructions:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Ralston, ND
- Average high temperature in January: 18.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.1°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 4.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (4.5°F).
Average pressure in January
Ralston, ND
- Average pressure in January: 30.14"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.18"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).
Average wind speed in January
Ralston, ND
- Average wind speed in January: 10.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.6mph).
Average humidity in January
Ralston, ND
- Average humidity in January: 90%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (54%).
Average rainfall in January
Ralston, ND
- Average rainfall in January: 0.43"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.52").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.39").
Average rainfall days in January
Ralston, ND
- Average rainfall days in January: 2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.3 days).
Average snowfall in January
Ralston, ND
- Average snowfall in January: 2.95"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Ralston, ND
- Average snowfall days in January: 12 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Ralston, ND
- Average daylight in January: 8h and 54min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 24min).
- Average sunshine in January: 3h and 48min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in January
Ralston, ND
- Average sunshine days in January: 19 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.6 days).
Average UV index in January
Ralston, ND
- Average UV index in January: 1
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in January
Ralston, ND
- Average cloud cover in January: 60
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 22).
Average visibility in January
Ralston, ND
- Average visibility in January: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (5mi).
