January weather forecastWatford City, ND
January
Weather in January
January in Watford City, North Dakota hosts the city's coldest temperatures of the year with high and low temperatures ranging from 21.4°F (-5.9°C) to 7.3°F (-13.7°C) respectively. January's cold spells are supplemented by the year's highest relative humidity of 89%. Although the snow is heavy, with 2.6 in of thickness, daylight is limited, resulting in long, crisp nights. The wind speed averages 10.3mph (16.6km/h), adding a bite to the cold. Though harsh, the weather creates picturesque snow-covered landscapes unique to January.Temperature
The lowest temperatures are recorded in January, with averages reaching a high of 21.4°F (-5.9°C) and a low of 7.3°F (-13.7°C).Humidity
January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 89%.Rainfall
January and February are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 3.3 days and typically aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of rain.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In January, it is snowing for 11.2 days. Throughout January, 2.6" (66mm) of snow is accumulated. In Watford City, during the entire year, snow falls for 58.2 days and aggregates up to 16.54" (420mm) of snow.Daylight
In January, the average length of the day is 8h and 56min.On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 4:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:51 pm MST.
Sunshine
January and December, with an average of 4h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.UV index
In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Watford City, ND
- Average high temperature in January: 21.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.4°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 7.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.3°F).
Average pressure in January
Watford City, 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 (29.84"Hg).
Average wind speed in January
Watford City, ND
- Average wind speed in January: 10.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.9mph).
Average humidity in January
Watford City, ND
- Average humidity in January: 89%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (49%).
Average rainfall in January
Watford City, ND
- Average rainfall in January: 0.43"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.85").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.43").
Average rainfall days in January
Watford City, ND
- Average rainfall days in January: 3.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (12.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.9 days).
Average snowfall in January
Watford City, ND
- Average snowfall in January: 2.6"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.07").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Watford City, ND
- Average snowfall days in January: 11.2 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and December (11.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Watford City, ND
- Average daylight in January: 8h and 54min
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: 4h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in January
Watford City, ND
- Average sunshine days in January: 18.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.9 days).
Average UV index in January
Watford City, ND
- Average UV index in January: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in January
Watford City, ND
- Average cloud cover in January: 57
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 61).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 19).
Average visibility in January
Watford City, ND
- Average visibility in January: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (5mi).
