January weather forecastWahpeton, ND
January
Weather in January
Annual climatological parameters for Wahpeton, North Dakota indicate that the winter month of January is a period characterized by chill, windy and cloudy conditions and may experience brief sunlight. January harbors the coldest nights of the year with temperatures declining to as low as 3.9°F (-15.6°C), while humidity levels peak at 90%. January leaves behind the cold December weather, yet still prepares for the slightly more frigid month of February. The city could be covered with a white blanket due to high probability of snow during this period. This winter season is not a recommended period for outdoor activities due to harsh weather, reduced daylight and low visibility.Temperature
Wahpeton's temperature records reveal January as the coldest month, marked by average highs of 17.6°F (-8°C) and lows of 3.9°F (-15.6°C).Humidity
The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 90%.Rainfall
January is the month with the least rainfall in Wahpeton. Rain falls for 2.8 days and accumulates 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In January, it is snowing for 13.9 days. Throughout January, 3.54" (90mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 64.6 snowfall days, and 19.72" (501mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 7min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:28 pm CST.
Sunshine
The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 3.2h of sunshine.UV index
January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The UV index of 1 during January leads to these advisories:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Wahpeton, ND
- Average high temperature in January: 17.6°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 (17.6°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 3.9°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 (3.9°F).
Average pressure in January
Wahpeton, ND
- Average pressure in January: 30.15"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).
Average wind speed in January
Wahpeton, ND
- Average wind speed in January: 9.9mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and October (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.1mph).
Average humidity in January
Wahpeton, ND
- Average humidity in January: 90%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and September (65%).
Average rainfall in January
Wahpeton, ND
- Average rainfall in January: 0.59"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").
Average rainfall days in January
Wahpeton, ND
- Average rainfall days in January: 2.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.1 days).
Average snowfall in January
Wahpeton, ND
- Average snowfall in January: 3.54"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Wahpeton, ND
- Average snowfall days in January: 13.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (14.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Wahpeton, ND
- Average daylight in January: 9h and 6min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in January: 3h and 12min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in January
Wahpeton, ND
- Average sunshine days in January: 15.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.6 days).
Average UV index in January
Wahpeton, 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 and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in January
Wahpeton, ND
- Average cloud cover in January: 65
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 25).
Average visibility in January
Wahpeton, 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).
