January weather forecast
Elgin, ND

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Elgin, North Dakota, with an average temperature varying between 11.7°F (-11.3°C) and 25.2°F (-3.8°C).

Temperature

Elgin's coldest weather arrives in January, when temperatures average a high of 25.2°F (-3.8°C) and a low of 11.7°F (-11.3°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 85%, January is the most humid month in Elgin.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 2.9 days and typically collects 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Elgin, in January, snow falls for 12.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.95" (75mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 65.8 snowfall days, and 21.42" (544mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 5min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:49 pm MST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.6h of sunshine.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during January translates into the following directions:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

January, on average, is the coldest month, registering a high temperature of 25.2°F (-3.8°C) and a low of 11.7°F (-11.3°C).

How cold is it in Elgin in January?

In Elgin, in January, the average high-temperature is 25.2°F (-3.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 11.7°F (-11.3°C).

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 85%, January is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January in Elgin is 85%.

What is the driest month?

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 2.9 days and accumulates 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Elgin, in January, during 2.9 rainfall days, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In Elgin, North Dakota, during January, snow falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 5min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:49 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine in Elgin is January, with an average of 4.6h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 4.6h.

What is the UV index reading in January?

In Elgin, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Elgin, ND

Average temperature in January - Elgin, ND
  • Average high temperature in January: 25.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 11.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.7°F).

Average pressure in January
Elgin, ND

Average pressure in January - Elgin, 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
Elgin, ND

Average wind speed in January - Elgin, ND
  • Average wind speed in January: 11.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.6mph).

Average humidity in January
Elgin, ND

Average humidity in January - Elgin, ND
  • Average humidity in January: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (51%).

Average rainfall in January
Elgin, ND

Average rainfall in January - Elgin, ND
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.47"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

Average rainfall days in January
Elgin, ND

Average rainfall days in January - Elgin, ND
  • Average rainfall days in January: 2.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.9 days).

Average snowfall in January
Elgin, ND

Average snowfall in January - Elgin, ND
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.95"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Elgin, ND

Average snowfall days in January - Elgin, ND
  • Average snowfall days in January: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Elgin, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Elgin, ND

Average sunshine days in January - Elgin, ND
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.7 days).

Average UV index in January
Elgin, ND

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

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

Average cloud cover in January
Elgin, ND

Average cloud cover in January - Elgin, ND
  • Average cloud cover in January: 52

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in January
Elgin, ND

Average visibility in January - Elgin, 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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