January weather forecast
Des Lacs, ND

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Des Lacs, North Dakota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 4.5°F (-15.3°C) and 18.1°F (-7.7°C).

Temperature

With average high temperatures of 18.1°F (-7.7°C) and lows of 4.5°F (-15.3°C), January is the coldest month.

Humidity

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 90%.

Rainfall

In Des Lacs, during January, the rain falls for 2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Des Lacs, there are 89.5 rainfall days, and 13.94" (354mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 12 days and accumulates 2.95" (75mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Des Lacs, the average length of the day in January is 8h and 53min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:37 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:15 am and sunset at 5:43 pm CST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

January is the month with the lowest UV index, 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 average individuals.
Note: During January, 1 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

January is the coldest month, exhibiting average temperatures of 18.1°F (-7.7°C) at the peak and 4.5°F (-15.3°C) at the base.

How cold is it in January?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Des Lacs, is 18.1°F (-7.7°C) and the average low-temperature is 4.5°F (-15.3°C).

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 90%.

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 90%.

How much does it rain in Des Lacs in January?

In Des Lacs, in January, during 2 rainfall days, 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 12 days and typically aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in January?

In Des Lacs, North Dakota, in January, during 12 snowfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January in Des Lacs?

In Des Lacs, the average day length in January is 8h and 53min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:37 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:15 am and sunset at 5:43 pm CST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 3.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The month with the lowest UV index is January, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in January
Des Lacs, ND

Average temperature in January - Des Lacs, ND
  • Average high temperature in January: 18.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 4.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (4.5°F).

Average pressure in January
Des Lacs, ND

Average pressure in January - Des Lacs, 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 (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Des Lacs, ND

Average wind speed in January - Des Lacs, ND
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.6mph

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 (8.6mph).

Average humidity in January
Des Lacs, ND

Average humidity in January - Des Lacs, ND
  • Average humidity in January: 90%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (54%).

Average rainfall in January
Des Lacs, ND

Average rainfall in January - Des Lacs, ND
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.52").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.39").

Average rainfall days in January
Des Lacs, ND

Average rainfall days in January - Des Lacs, ND
  • Average rainfall days in January: 2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Des Lacs, ND

Average snowfall in January - Des Lacs, ND
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.95"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Des Lacs, ND

Average snowfall days in January - Des Lacs, ND
  • Average snowfall days in January: 12 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Des Lacs, ND

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Des Lacs, ND

Average sunshine days in January - Des Lacs, ND
  • Average sunshine days in January: 19 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.6 days).

Average UV index in January
Des Lacs, ND

Average UV index in January - Des Lacs, ND
  • Average UV index in January: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Des Lacs, ND

Average cloud cover in January - Des Lacs, ND
  • Average cloud cover in January: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in January
Des Lacs, ND

Average visibility in January - Des Lacs, 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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