January weather forecast
Valley City, ND

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Weather in January

Beginning the year, January is considered to be in the depths of winter in Valley City, North Dakota. Cold, damp and frosty days are quite common. The monthly average low is the coldest in the year, hitting a chilly 3.4°F (-15.9°C). Comparatively fewer daylight hours can be expected this month, leading to longer nights and reduced solar heating. Interestingly, a slightly higher wind speed is noticed which might cause a wind chill effect, making it feel colder outdoors.

Temperature

January, characterized by an average high temperature of 17.1°F (-8.3°C) and a low temperature of 3.4°F (-15.9°C), is generally the coldest month in Valley City.

Humidity

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 91%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 1.5 days and typically collects 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Valley City, North Dakota. In Valley City, in January, during 13.6 snowfall days, 2.44" (62mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Valley City, during the entire year, snow falls for 64.2 days and aggregates up to 15.04" (382mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Valley City, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:17 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 5:32 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Valley City is January, with an average of 3.3h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Valley City are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during January leads to these instructions:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Valley City?

Temperature readings in Valley City, North Dakota, reach their annual highs in January, averaging 17.1°F (-8.3°C) and a minimum average of 3.4°F (-15.9°C).

How cold is January in Valley City?

Valley City in January has an average high-temperature of 17.1°F (-8.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 3.4°F (-15.9°C).

What is the most humid month in Valley City?

The most humid month in Valley City is January, with an average relative humidity of 91%.

What is the average humidity in January in Valley City?

In Valley City, the average relative humidity in January is 91%.

What is the driest month in Valley City?

January is the month with the least rainfall in Valley City, North Dakota. Rain falls for 1.5 days and accumulates 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in Valley City?

In Valley City, North Dakota, in January, during 1.5 rainfall days, 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Valley City?

In Valley City, North Dakota, in January, snow falls for 13.6 days, with typically accumulated 2.44" (62mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January in Valley City?

The average day length in January in Valley City is 9h and 2min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Valley City?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:17 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 5:32 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Valley City?

With an average of 3.3h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Valley City have in January?

In Valley City, the average sunshine duration in January is 3.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Valley City?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Valley City, North Dakota.

How high is the UV index in January in Valley City?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Valley City, North Dakota, is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Valley City, ND

Average temperature in January - Valley City, ND
  • Average high temperature in January: 17.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (17.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 3.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (3.4°F).

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Average pressure in January
Valley City, ND

Average pressure in January - Valley City, ND
  • Average pressure in January: 30.15"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.18"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Valley City, ND

Average wind speed in January - Valley City, ND
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.5mph).

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Average humidity in January
Valley City, ND

Average humidity in January - Valley City, ND
  • Average humidity in January: 91%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (61%).

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Average rainfall in January
Valley City, ND

Average rainfall in January - Valley City, ND
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.39").

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Average rainfall days in January
Valley City, ND

Average rainfall days in January - Valley City, ND
  • Average rainfall days in January: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.5 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Valley City, ND

Average snowfall in January - Valley City, ND
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.44"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.11").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Valley City, ND

Average snowfall days in January - Valley City, ND
  • Average snowfall days in January: 13.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (13.9 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
Valley City, ND

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Valley City, ND
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 0min

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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Valley City, ND

Average sunshine days in January - Valley City, ND
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).

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Average UV index in January
Valley City, ND

Average UV index in January - Valley City, 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, February, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in January
Valley City, ND

Average cloud cover in January - Valley City, ND
  • Average cloud cover in January: 65

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 25).

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Average visibility in January
Valley City, ND

Average visibility in January - Valley City, 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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