January weather forecast
Fort Dodge, KS

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Fort Dodge, Kansas, is another chilly winter month, with an average temperature varying between 26.8°F (-2.9°C) and 45°F (7.2°C).

Temperature

January notes an average high-temperature of a still frosty 45°F (7.2°C), subtly differing from December's 44.4°F (6.9°C). Throughout January, a steady low-temperature average of 26.8°F (-2.9°C) is noted.

Humidity

In Fort Dodge, the average relative humidity in January is 61%.

Rainfall

In Fort Dodge, in January, it is raining for 2.5 days, with typically 0.59" (15mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 95.4 rainfall days, and 15.59" (396mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Fort Dodge. In Fort Dodge, in January, during 2.8 snowfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 14.4 snowfall days, and 8.39" (213mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 55min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 5:31 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 6:01 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Fort Dodge, the average sunshine in January is 6.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in January transforms into this advice:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.

Frequently asked questions

What are January temperatures?

In Fort Dodge, 45°F (7.2°C) is the average high-temperature and 26.8°F (-2.9°C) is the average low-temperature during January.

What is the average humidity in January?

In Fort Dodge, the average relative humidity in January is 61%.

How much does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 2.5 days. Throughout January, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In Fort Dodge, during January, snow falls for 2.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Fort Dodge have in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 55min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 5:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 6:01 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Fort Dodge have in January?

In Fort Dodge, the average sunshine duration in January is 6.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in January?

In Fort Dodge, Kansas, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Fort Dodge, KS

Average temperature in January - Fort Dodge, KS
  • Average high temperature in January: 45°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (93.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (44.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 26.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

Average pressure in January
Fort Dodge, KS

Average pressure in January - Fort Dodge, KS
  • Average pressure in January: 30.15"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Fort Dodge, KS

Average wind speed in January - Fort Dodge, KS
  • Average wind speed in January: 11.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (13.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.4mph).

Average humidity in January
Fort Dodge, KS

Average humidity in January - Fort Dodge, KS
  • Average humidity in January: 61%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (62%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (52%).

Average rainfall in January
Fort Dodge, KS

Average rainfall in January - Fort Dodge, KS
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.64").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.47").

Average rainfall days in January
Fort Dodge, KS

Average rainfall days in January - Fort Dodge, KS
  • Average rainfall days in January: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and December (2.5 days).

Average snowfall in January
Fort Dodge, KS

Average snowfall in January - Fort Dodge, KS
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.52").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Fort Dodge, KS

Average snowfall days in January - Fort Dodge, KS
  • Average snowfall days in January: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Fort Dodge, KS

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Fort Dodge, KS
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Fort Dodge, KS

Average sunshine days in January - Fort Dodge, KS
  • Average sunshine days in January: 25.1 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (25.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.4 days).

Average UV index in January
Fort Dodge, KS

Average UV index in January - Fort Dodge, KS
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Fort Dodge, KS

Average cloud cover in January - Fort Dodge, KS
  • Average cloud cover in January: 26

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 31).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 17).

Average visibility in January
Fort Dodge, KS

Average visibility in January - Fort Dodge, KS
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

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

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