January weather forecast
Carson, ND

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Carson, North Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average high of 20.7°F (-6.3°C) and an average low of 6.3°F (-14.3°C).

Temperature

The month of January, characterized by an average high of 20.7°F (-6.3°C) and a low of 6.3°F (-14.3°C), is recognized as the coldest.

Humidity

January is the most humid month in Carson, with an average relative humidity of 89%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 3 days and typically collects 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Carson, during January, snow falls for 11.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of snow. In Carson, during the entire year, snow falls for 58.6 days and aggregates up to 18.27" (464mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:09 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:48 pm MST.

Sunshine

With an average of 3.9h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Carson?

The lowest temperatures are recorded in January, with averages reaching a high of 20.7°F (-6.3°C) and a low of 6.3°F (-14.3°C).

How cold is January?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Carson, is 20.7°F (-6.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 6.3°F (-14.3°C).

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 89%, January is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 89%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 3 days and typically collects 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 3 days. Throughout January, 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In Carson, in January, snow falls for 11.4 days, with typically accumulated 2.56" (65mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Carson have in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 5min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:48 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January has the least sunshine of the year in Carson, with an average of 3.9h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 3.9h.

How high is the UV index in January?

In Carson, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in January
Carson, ND

Average temperature in January - Carson, ND
  • Average high temperature in January: 20.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 6.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.3°F).

Average pressure in January
Carson, ND

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Carson, ND

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and October (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.5mph).

Average humidity in January
Carson, ND

Average humidity in January - Carson, ND
  • Average humidity in January: 89%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (55%).

Average rainfall in January
Carson, ND

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.32").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

Average rainfall days in January
Carson, ND

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Carson, ND

Average snowfall in January - Carson, ND
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.56"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.31").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
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Average snowfall days in January - Carson, ND
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Carson, 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: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in January
Carson, ND

Average sunshine days in January - Carson, ND
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (14.6 days).

Average UV index in January
Carson, ND

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Carson, ND

Average cloud cover in January - Carson, ND
  • Average cloud cover in January: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 21).

Average visibility in January
Carson, ND

Average visibility in January - Carson, 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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