January weather forecast
Casselton, ND

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Weather in January

The beginning of the year in Casselton, North Dakota, sees weather at its frostiest. January's arctic climate is showcased in stats indicating an average low of 3.2°F (-16°C) and a high only peaking at 16.7°F (-8.5°C). Snow, a common January vision, dainty flakes descending in hushed tranquility and frosting the environment — enhances the tranquil, wintry mood. January transitions into February with little change in the bleakness and chill of its atmosphere. The cloudy skies, biting wind, and frigid temperatures combine to create a weather tableau characteristic of North Dakota winters.

Temperature

January proves to be the coldest month, recording an average maximum temperature of 16.7°F (-8.5°C) and a minimum temperature of 3.2°F (-16°C).

Humidity

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 91%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 2.5 days and accumulates 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Casselton, in January, snow falls for 14.8 days, with typically accumulated 3.43" (87mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 67 snowfall days, and 18.03" (458mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:14 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 5:29 pm CST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 3.5h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In January, the average maximum UV index of 1 translates into the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

The lowest temperatures are recorded in January, with averages reaching a high of 16.7°F (-8.5°C) and a low of 3.2°F (-16°C).

How cold is January?

In Casselton, in January, the average high-temperature is 16.7°F (-8.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 3.2°F (-16°C).

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 91%, January is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in January?

In Casselton, the average relative humidity in January is 91%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 2.5 days and typically collects 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Casselton, in January, during 2.5 rainfall days, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Casselton, during January, snow falls for 14.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.43" (87mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Casselton have in January?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:14 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 5:29 pm CST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 3.5h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Casselton have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 3.5h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in January?

In Casselton, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in January
Casselton, ND

Average temperature in January - Casselton, ND
  • Average high temperature in January: 16.7°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (16.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 3.2°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 (3.2°F).

Average pressure in January
Casselton, ND

Average pressure in January - Casselton, 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 (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Casselton, ND

Average wind speed in January - Casselton, ND
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.1mph).

Average humidity in January
Casselton, ND

Average humidity in January - Casselton, ND
  • Average humidity in January: 91%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (62%).

Average rainfall in January
Casselton, ND

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in January
Casselton, ND

Average rainfall days in January - Casselton, ND
  • Average rainfall days in January: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).

Average snowfall in January
Casselton, ND

Average snowfall in January - Casselton, ND
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.74").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Casselton, ND

Average snowfall days in January - Casselton, ND
  • Average snowfall days in January: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (15.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Casselton, ND

Average sunshine days in January - Casselton, ND
  • Average sunshine days in January: 15.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11 days).

Average UV index in January
Casselton, ND

Average UV index in January - Casselton, ND
  • Average UV index in January: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Casselton, ND

Average cloud cover in January - Casselton, ND
  • Average cloud cover in January: 63

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in January
Casselton, ND

Average visibility in January - Casselton, 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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