January weather forecast
Bowman, ND

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Weather in January

January represents the pivotal body of the North Dakota winter with extended periods of freezing temperatures. It is not rare for the mercury to fall down to 12.6°F (-10.8°C), making it a time for residents of Bowman to stay bundled up indoors. While snow showers occur frequently, sunlight is present for nearly half the day, painting a beautiful contrast against the stark winter landscape. Compared to the month that follows, January experiences fewer days of rainfall and more snowfall. The significant wind speeds during this month, often resulting in wind chills that drop temperatures even lower.

Temperature

Bowman, North Dakota, experiences its lowest average temperatures in January, reaching a peak of 25.5°F (-3.6°C) and a minimum of 12.6°F (-10.8°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 84%, January is the most humid month in Bowman.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall are January and December Rain falls for 3 days and accumulates 0.55" (14mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In January, it is snowing for 11.6 days. Throughout January, 2.91" (74mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 63.8 snowfall days, and 23.62" (600mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Bowman, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 7min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:56 pm MST.

Sunshine

In Bowman, the average sunshine in January is 4.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In January, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

The coldest period in Bowman tends to be January, when average temperatures fluctuate between a high of 25.5°F (-3.6°C) and a low of 12.6°F (-10.8°C).

How cold is it in January?

In January, in Bowman, the average high-temperature is 25.5°F (-3.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 12.6°F (-10.8°C).

What is the most humid month?

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 84%.

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 84%.

What is the driest month?

The months with the least rainfall are January and December Rain falls for 3 days and accumulates 0.55" (14mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 3 days. Throughout January, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In Bowman, during January, snow falls for 11.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In January, the average day length in Bowman is 9h and 7min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:56 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Bowman have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 4.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes 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
Bowman, ND

Average temperature in January - Bowman, ND
  • Average high temperature in January: 25.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 12.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.6°F).

Average pressure in January
Bowman, ND

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Bowman, ND

Average wind speed in January - Bowman, ND
  • Average wind speed in January: 12.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (9.8mph).

Average humidity in January
Bowman, ND

Average humidity in January - Bowman, ND
  • Average humidity in January: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (49%).

Average rainfall in January
Bowman, ND

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.32").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (0.55").

Average rainfall days in January
Bowman, ND

Average rainfall days in January - Bowman, ND
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.5 days).

Average snowfall in January
Bowman, ND

Average snowfall in January - Bowman, ND
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Bowman, ND

Average snowfall days in January - Bowman, ND
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (12.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Bowman, ND
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Bowman, ND

Average sunshine days in January - Bowman, ND
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.2 days).

Average UV index in January
Bowman, ND

Average UV index in January - Bowman, 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, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Bowman, ND

Average cloud cover in January - Bowman, ND
  • Average cloud cover in January: 50

The months with the most cloud cover are January, February and December (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 18).

Average visibility in January
Bowman, ND

Average visibility in January - Bowman, 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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