January weather forecast
Sheldon, ND

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Sheldon, North Dakota, is another subzero cold winter month, with an average temperature varying between 5°F (-15°C) and 18°F (-7.8°C).

Temperature

January, having an average high-temperature of 18°F (-7.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 5°F (-15°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

The most humid month in Sheldon is January, with an average relative humidity of 90%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 3.1 days and accumulates 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In January, in Sheldon, it is snowing for 14.3 days. Throughout January, 3.7" (94mm) of snow is accumulated. In Sheldon, during the entire year, snow falls for 63.4 days and aggregates up to 18.43" (468mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Sheldon, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 4min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:14 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:31 pm CST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year in Sheldon, with an average of 3.6h of sunshine.

UV index

January and November, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Sheldon. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 1 during January, leads to the following recommendations:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Sheldon?

January, marked by an average high-temperature of 18°F (-7.8°C) and a low-temperature of 5°F (-15°C), is the coldest month in Sheldon, North Dakota.

How cold is it in Sheldon in January?

In Sheldon, 18°F (-7.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 5°F (-15°C) is the average low-temperature during January.

What is the most humid month in Sheldon?

The most humid month in Sheldon, North Dakota, is January, with an average relative humidity of 90%.

What is the average humidity in January in Sheldon?

In Sheldon, North Dakota, the average relative humidity in January is 90%.

What is the driest month in Sheldon?

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 3.1 days and typically collects 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in Sheldon?

In Sheldon, North Dakota, during January, the rain falls for 3.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Sheldon in January?

In January, it is snowing for 14.3 days. Throughout January, 3.7" (94mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January in Sheldon?

In Sheldon, North Dakota, the average day length in January is 9h and 4min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Sheldon?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:14 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, in Sheldon, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:31 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Sheldon?

The month with the least sunshine in Sheldon, North Dakota, is January, with an average of 3.6h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Sheldon?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Sheldon is 3.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Sheldon?

The months with the lowest UV index in Sheldon, North Dakota, are January and November, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in January in Sheldon?

In Sheldon, North Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Sheldon, ND

Average temperature in January - Sheldon, ND
  • Average high temperature in January: 18°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°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5°F).

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Average pressure in January
Sheldon, ND

Average pressure in January - Sheldon, ND
  • Average pressure in January: 30.16"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Sheldon, ND

Average wind speed in January - Sheldon, ND
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and October (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.1mph).

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Average humidity in January
Sheldon, ND

Average humidity in January - Sheldon, ND
  • Average humidity in January: 90%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (62%).

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Average rainfall in January
Sheldon, ND

Average rainfall in January - Sheldon, ND
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

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Average rainfall days in January
Sheldon, ND

Average rainfall days in January - Sheldon, ND
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.6 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Sheldon, ND

Average snowfall in January - Sheldon, ND
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.7"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.86").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Sheldon, ND

Average snowfall days in January - Sheldon, ND
  • Average snowfall days in January: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (15.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Sheldon, ND

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Sheldon, ND
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Sheldon, ND

Average sunshine days in January - Sheldon, ND
  • Average sunshine days in January: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12 days).

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Average UV index in January
Sheldon, ND

Average UV index in January - Sheldon, ND
  • Average UV index in January: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and November (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in January
Sheldon, ND

Average cloud cover in January - Sheldon, ND
  • Average cloud cover in January: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 24).

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Average visibility in January
Sheldon, ND

Average visibility in January - Sheldon, ND
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (5mi).

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