January weather forecast
Fort Yates, ND

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Weather in January

The chilled air of Fort Yates, North Dakota is at its peak in January with the monthly average temperature fluctuating between 9°F (-12.8°C) and 23°F (-5°C). This month manifests an array of winter characteristics with variable amounts of snowfall and a high relative humidity of 87%. Since this is the coldest time of the year, outdoor activities generally slow down. The intensity of sunlight is quite low, contributing to shorter daylight hours. Despite these cold conditions, January has its own charm, creating a winter wonderland amidst the cloud-covered skies of Fort Yates.

Temperature

January, noted for its average high-temperature of 23°F (-5°C) and an average low-temperature of 9°F (-12.8°C), is considered the coldest month.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall in Fort Yates is January, when the rain falls for 2.3 days and typically collects 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Fort Yates are January through May, October through December. In Fort Yates, during January, snow falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of snow. In Fort Yates, during the entire year, snow falls for 49.4 days and aggregates up to 19.09" (485mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Fort Yates, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 8min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:45 pm MST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.1h of sunshine.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, the UV index of 1 transforms into the following advice:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Fort Yates?

In Fort Yates, January registers the lowest temperatures, averaging 23°F (-5°C) at the peak and 9°F (-12.8°C) at the lowest.

How cold is January in Fort Yates?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Fort Yates, is 23°F (-5°C), while the average low-temperature is 9°F (-12.8°C).

What is the most humid month in Fort Yates?

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

What is the average humidity in January in Fort Yates?

In Fort Yates, the average relative humidity in January is 87%.

What is the driest month in Fort Yates?

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 2.3 days and typically collects 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in Fort Yates?

In Fort Yates, in January, during 2.3 rainfall days, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Fort Yates in January?

In Fort Yates, North Dakota, in January, snow falls for 11.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.87" (73mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Fort Yates have in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 8min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Fort Yates?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:45 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Fort Yates?

With an average of 4.1h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Fort Yates, North Dakota.

How many hours of sunshine does Fort Yates have in January?

In Fort Yates, the average sunshine duration in January is 4.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in Fort Yates?

The months with the lowest UV index in Fort Yates, North Dakota, are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Fort Yates?

In Fort Yates, North Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in January
Fort Yates, ND

Average temperature in January - Fort Yates, ND
  • Average high temperature in January: 23°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9°F).

Average pressure in January
Fort Yates, ND

Average pressure in January - Fort Yates, ND
  • Average pressure in January: 30.16"Hg

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

Average wind speed in January
Fort Yates, ND

Average wind speed in January - Fort Yates, ND
  • Average wind speed in January: 10mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (9.4mph).

Average humidity in January
Fort Yates, ND

Average humidity in January - Fort Yates, 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 (52%).

Average rainfall in January
Fort Yates, ND

Average rainfall in January - Fort Yates, ND
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.47"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.32").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

Average rainfall days in January
Fort Yates, ND

Average rainfall days in January - Fort Yates, ND
  • Average rainfall days in January: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Fort Yates, ND

Average snowfall in January - Fort Yates, ND
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Fort Yates, ND

Average snowfall days in January - Fort Yates, ND
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Fort Yates, ND

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Fort Yates, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
Fort Yates, ND

Average sunshine days in January - Fort Yates, ND
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.6 days).

Average UV index in January
Fort Yates, ND

Average UV index in January - Fort Yates, ND
  • Average UV index in January: 1

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

Average cloud cover in January
Fort Yates, ND

Average cloud cover in January - Fort Yates, ND
  • Average cloud cover in January: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 21).

Average visibility in January
Fort Yates, ND

Average visibility in January - Fort Yates, ND
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).

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