January weather forecast
Belfield, ND

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Weather in January

January is the start of the year in Belfield, North Dakota, starting off with cold temperatures and a high probability of snowfall. Temperature oscillates from 9.9°F (-12.3°C) as low to 23.5°F (-4.7°C) in its highest levels while snowfall marks 2.4" (61mm), making this month one of the coldest in the year. The fresh, frozen air of January accompanies with it a significant degree of humidity, contributing to the frosty ambiance. As the sun stays for lesser hours, the days are typically shorter and colder. One thing is certain in Belfield's January - bundling up against the weather is definitely needed if outdoor activities are to be ventured into.

Temperature

January brings the lowest temperatures, with an average high of 23.5°F (-4.7°C) and an average low of 9.9°F (-12.3°C).

Humidity

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 87%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 2.3 days and typically collects 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In January, in Belfield, it is snowing for 9.5 days. Throughout January, 2.4" (61mm) of snow is accumulated. In Belfield, during the entire year, snow falls for 56.7 days and aggregates up to 19.72" (501mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Belfield, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 2min.
On the first day of January in Belfield, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:53 pm MST.

Sunshine

January and February, with an average of 4.4h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. 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: In January, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jun 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

January is the month when Belfield sees the average lowest temperatures, with a high of 23.5°F (-4.7°C) and a low of 9.9°F (-12.3°C).

How cold is it in January?

January temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 23.5°F (-4.7°C) and a low-temperature of 9.9°F (-12.3°C).

What is the most humid month?

January is the most humid month in Belfield, with an average relative humidity of 87%.

What is the average humidity in January in Belfield?

In Belfield, the average relative humidity in January is 87%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 2.3 days and typically collects 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in January?

In Belfield, during January, the rain falls for 2.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Belfield, during January, snow falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Belfield have in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 2min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:53 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January and February, with an average of 4.4h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Belfield.

How long on average sun shines in January in Belfield?

The average sunshine duration in January is 4.4h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Belfield, ND

Average temperature in January - Belfield, ND
  • Average high temperature in January: 23.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 9.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.9°F).

Average pressure in January
Belfield, ND

Average pressure in January - Belfield, ND
  • Average pressure in January: 30.15"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
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Average wind speed in January - Belfield, ND
  • Average wind speed in January: 11.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Belfield, ND

Average humidity in January - Belfield, ND
  • Average humidity in January: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (51%).

Average rainfall in January
Belfield, ND

Average rainfall in January - Belfield, ND
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.43"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and July (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

Average rainfall days in January
Belfield, ND

Average rainfall days in January - Belfield, ND
  • Average rainfall days in January: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (12.9 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Belfield, ND

Average snowfall in January - Belfield, ND
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.4"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Belfield, ND

Average snowfall days in January - Belfield, ND
  • Average snowfall days in January: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Belfield, ND
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in January
Belfield, ND

Average sunshine days in January - Belfield, ND
  • Average sunshine days in January: 19.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.4 days).

Average UV index in January
Belfield, ND

Average UV index in January - Belfield, ND
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Belfield, ND

Average cloud cover in January - Belfield, ND
  • Average cloud cover in January: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in January
Belfield, ND

Average visibility in January - Belfield, ND
  • 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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