January weather forecast
Bottineau, ND

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Weather in January

Embarking on the year, Bottineau, North Dakota experiences chill temperatures, with a high of 14.7°F (-9.6°C) and plunging to a low of 0.1°F (-17.7°C) making it the coldest month. Snow is the primary form of precipitation setting a serene white landscape. Unsurprisingly, the city envelops in relative humidity which soars as high as 93%. This month is not for those who are fond of the sun as it does not appear frequently. The brisk winds of January cause the snow to stir, creating a dance of flakes across the city streets.

Temperature

January, marked by an average high-temperature of 14.7°F (-9.6°C) and a low-temperature of 0.1°F (-17.7°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 93%.

Rainfall

January and February are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 3.1 days and typically aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Bottineau, in January, snow falls for 16.3 days, with typically accumulated 3.58" (91mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 90.1 snowfall days, and 24.17" (614mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Bottineau is 8h and 49min.
On the first day of January in Bottineau, sunrise is at 8:34 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:13 am and sunset at 5:37 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Bottineau, North Dakota, is January, with an average of 3h 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 hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 1 in January transforms into the following instructions:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Bottineau?

January, with an average high of 14.7°F (-9.6°C) and a low of 0.1°F (-17.7°C), signifies the coldest month of the year.

How cold is it in Bottineau in January?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Bottineau, is 14.7°F (-9.6°C), while the average low-temperature is 0.1°F (-17.7°C).

What is the most humid month in Bottineau?

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 93%.

What is the average humidity in January in Bottineau?

In Bottineau, North Dakota, the average relative humidity in January is 93%.

What is the driest month in Bottineau?

The months with the least rainfall are January and February Rain falls for 3.1 days and accumulates 0.55" (14mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in Bottineau in January?

In Bottineau, North Dakota, in January, it is raining for 3.1 days, with typically 0.55" (14mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Bottineau in January?

In January, it is snowing for 16.3 days. Throughout January, 3.58" (91mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January in Bottineau?

The average day length in January is 8h and 49min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Bottineau?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:34 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, in Bottineau, sunrise is at 8:13 am and sunset at 5:37 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Bottineau?

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 3h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Bottineau have in January?

In Bottineau, North Dakota, the average sunshine duration in January is 3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Bottineau?

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

How high is the UV index in January in Bottineau?

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

Average temperature in January - Bottineau, ND
  • Average high temperature in January: 14.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (14.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 0.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0.1°F).

Average pressure in January
Bottineau, ND

Average pressure in January - Bottineau, 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
Bottineau, ND

Average wind speed in January - Bottineau, ND
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Bottineau, ND

Average humidity in January - Bottineau, ND
  • Average humidity in January: 93%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (58%).

Average rainfall in January
Bottineau, ND

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.19").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.55").

Average rainfall days in January
Bottineau, ND

Average rainfall days in January - Bottineau, ND
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.1 days).

Average snowfall in January
Bottineau, ND

Average snowfall in January - Bottineau, ND
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.58"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (4.45").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Bottineau, ND

Average snowfall days in January - Bottineau, ND
  • Average snowfall days in January: 16.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (16.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h

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

Average sunshine days in January
Bottineau, ND

Average sunshine days in January - Bottineau, ND
  • Average sunshine days in January: 13.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.6 days).

Average UV index in January
Bottineau, ND

Average UV index in January - Bottineau, 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
Bottineau, ND

Average cloud cover in January - Bottineau, ND
  • Average cloud cover in January: 69

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in January
Bottineau, ND

Average visibility in January - Bottineau, ND
  • Average visibility in January: 4mi

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 and February (4mi).

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