January weather forecast
Dickinson, ND

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Weather in January

In Dickinson, North Dakota, January unfolds as a snowy month as winter maintains its firm grip. The city experience cold temperatures with average highs barely getting above 23.5°F (-4.7°C) and lows dropping to around 9.9°F (-12.3°C). The broad, white sweep of snowfall is a normal sight, with about 9.5 days recorded on average, receiving accumulative precipitation of about 2.4" (61mm). Residents prepare for the brisk winds, which are rarely destructive but still notable. The city remains partially shrouded in snow, making it an ideal destination for lovers of serene, winter landscapes.

Temperature

Dickinson's coldest weather arrives in January, when temperatures average a high of 23.5°F (-4.7°C) and a low of 9.9°F (-12.3°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 87%, January is the most humid month in Dickinson, North Dakota.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall in Dickinson, North Dakota, is January, when the rain falls for 2.3 days and typically collects 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Dickinson are January through May, October through December. In Dickinson, in January, snow falls for 9.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.4" (61mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Dickinson, there are 56.7 snowfall days, and 19.72" (501mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 2min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:52 pm MST.

Sunshine

January and February, with an average of 4.4h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Dickinson, North Dakota.

UV index

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In January, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Dickinson?

During the coldest month in Dickinson, January, temperatures average a high of 23.5°F (-4.7°C) and a low of 9.9°F (-12.3°C).

How cold is it in Dickinson in January?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Dickinson, is 23.5°F (-4.7°C), while the average low-temperature is 9.9°F (-12.3°C).

What is the most humid month in Dickinson?

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 87%.

What is the average humidity in January in Dickinson?

In Dickinson, North Dakota, the average relative humidity in January is 87%.

What is the driest month in Dickinson?

The month with the least rainfall in Dickinson is January, when the rain falls for 2.3 days and typically collects 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in Dickinson?

In Dickinson, North Dakota, in January, it is raining for 2.3 days, with typically 0.43" (11mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Dickinson in January?

In Dickinson, in January, during 9.5 snowfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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

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

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Dickinson?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:52 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Dickinson?

The months with the least sunshine in Dickinson, North Dakota, are January and February, with an average of 4.4h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Dickinson?

The average sunshine duration in January is 4.4h.

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

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Dickinson.

How high is the UV index in January in Dickinson?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in January
Dickinson, ND

Average temperature in January - Dickinson, ND
  • Average high temperature in January: 23.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 9.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.9°F).

Average pressure in January
Dickinson, ND

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Dickinson, ND

Average wind speed in January - Dickinson, ND
  • Average wind speed in January: 11.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Dickinson, ND

Average humidity in January - Dickinson, ND
  • Average humidity in January: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (51%).

Average rainfall in January
Dickinson, ND

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

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and July (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

Average rainfall days in January
Dickinson, ND

Average rainfall days in January - Dickinson, ND
  • Average rainfall days in January: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (12.9 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Dickinson, ND

Average snowfall in January - Dickinson, ND
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.4"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Dickinson, ND

Average snowfall days in January - Dickinson, ND
  • Average snowfall days in January: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Dickinson, 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: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in January
Dickinson, ND

Average sunshine days in January - Dickinson, ND
  • Average sunshine days in January: 19.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.4 days).

Average UV index in January
Dickinson, ND

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

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Dickinson, ND

Average cloud cover in January - Dickinson, ND
  • Average cloud cover in January: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in January
Dickinson, ND

Average visibility in January - Dickinson, 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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