January weather forecastWashburn, ND

January

Weather in January

As the New Year commences, Washburn, North Dakota braces for temperatures dipping to a chilling low of 5.4°F (-14.8°C) and seldom eclipsing 19.8°F (-6.8°C). Flurries of snow become a common sight, manifesting the quintessential vignette of winter. The city greets the year with a frosty sigh, as the days are short and often overcast. Wind speeds intensify, adding a bite to the already frosty air. Yet, despite the cold, the city retains its charm, a silhouette against January's pale, gray sky.

Temperature

In Washburn, the month of January is known for its lowest average temperatures, reaching a high of 19.8°F (-6.8°C) and a low of 5.4°F (-14.8°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 90%, January is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In Washburn, in January, during 2.6 rainfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Washburn, North Dakota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 100.5 days and collects up to 15.2" (386mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Washburn are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall in Washburn is January, when snow falls for 15.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.78" (96mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Washburn is 8h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:30 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 5:43 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 3.7h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

January 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 exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests this advice:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

January is the coldest month of the year in Washburn, North Dakota, registering average temperatures as high as 19.8°F (-6.8°C) and as low as 5.4°F (-14.8°C).

During January, Washburn experiences an average high-temperature of 19.8°F (-6.8°C) and a low-temperature of 5.4°F (-14.8°C).

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

In January, the average relative humidity in Washburn is 90%.

In Washburn, in January, during 2.6 rainfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

January is the month with the most snowfall in Washburn. Snow falls for 15.3 days and accumulates 3.78" (96mm) of snow.

In Washburn, North Dakota, during January, snow falls for 15.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.78" (96mm) of snow.

In Washburn, the average day length in January is 8h and 59min.

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:30 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 5:43 pm CST.

The month with the least sunshine in Washburn is January, with an average of 3.7h of sunshine.

The average sunshine duration in January is 3.7h.

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

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

  • Average high temperature in January: 19.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 5.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.4°F).

Average pressure in January
Washburn, 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 (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Washburn, ND

  • Average wind speed in January: 10.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and October (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.8mph).

Average humidity in January
Washburn, 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 (55%).

Average rainfall in January
Washburn, ND

  • Average rainfall in January: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.6").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.51").

Average rainfall days in January
Washburn, ND

  • Average rainfall days in January: 2.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).

Average snowfall in January
Washburn, ND

  • Average snowfall in January: 3.78"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.78").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Washburn, ND

  • Average snowfall days in January: 15.3 days

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

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

  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 42min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in January
Washburn, ND

  • Average sunshine days in January: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Washburn, ND

  • Average UV index in January: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Washburn, ND

  • Average cloud cover in January: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in January
Washburn, 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).