January weather forecast
Balta, ND

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Balta, North Dakota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 15.3°F (-9.3°C) and 1.2°F (-17.1°C).

Temperature

In Balta, the lowest temperatures are generally noted in January, averaging a high of 15.3°F (-9.3°C) and a low of 1.2°F (-17.1°C).

Humidity

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 92%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Balta, during January, the rain falls for 2.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation. In Balta, during the entire year, the rain falls for 96 days and collects up to 15.39" (391mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Balta, during January, snow falls for 15.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.31" (84mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 79.2 snowfall days, and 20.87" (530mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Balta, the average length of the day in January is 8h and 53min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:30 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 5:37 pm CST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.2h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in January converts into the following recommendations:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jul 26, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

The coldest period tends to be January, when average temperatures fluctuate between a high of 15.3°F (-9.3°C) and a low of 1.2°F (-17.1°C).

How cold is it in Balta in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Balta, records 15.3°F (-9.3°C), while the low-temperature is 1.2°F (-17.1°C).

What is the most humid month?

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 92%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in January?

In Balta, the average relative humidity in January is 92%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Balta, in January, during 2.9 rainfall days, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Balta?

In Balta, in January, snow falls for 15.7 days, with typically accumulated 3.31" (84mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Balta have in January?

In Balta, the average day length in January is 8h and 53min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:30 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 5:37 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 3.2h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In Balta, the average sunshine duration in January is 3.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in January?

In Balta, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Balta, ND

Average temperature in January - Balta, ND
  • Average high temperature in January: 15.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (15.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 1.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.2°F).

Average pressure in January
Balta, ND

Average pressure in January - Balta, ND
  • Average pressure in January: 30.14"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).

Average wind speed in January
Balta, ND

Average wind speed in January - Balta, ND
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.5mph).

Average humidity in January
Balta, ND

Average humidity in January - Balta, ND
  • Average humidity in January: 92%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (57%).

Average rainfall in January
Balta, ND

Average rainfall in January - Balta, ND
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.51").

Average rainfall days in January
Balta, ND

Average rainfall days in January - Balta, ND
  • Average rainfall days in January: 2.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.1 days).

Average snowfall in January
Balta, ND

Average snowfall in January - Balta, ND
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.9").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Balta, ND

Average snowfall days in January - Balta, ND
  • Average snowfall days in January: 15.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (16.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Balta, ND
  • Average daylight in January: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in January
Balta, ND

Average sunshine days in January - Balta, ND
  • Average sunshine days in January: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.9 days).

Average UV index in January
Balta, ND

Average UV index in January - Balta, 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, February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Balta, ND

Average cloud cover in January - Balta, ND
  • Average cloud cover in January: 66

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in January
Balta, ND

Average visibility in January - Balta, 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).

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