January weather forecast
Golden Valley, ND

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Golden Valley, North Dakota, is another subzero cold winter month, with an average temperature ranging between max 21.2°F (-6°C) and min 7.2°F (-13.8°C).

Temperature

January is the coldest month, exhibiting average temperatures of 21.2°F (-6°C) at the peak and 7.2°F (-13.8°C) at the base.

Humidity

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 89%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 3.3 days. Throughout January, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Golden Valley, during the entire year, the rain falls for 100.8 days and collects up to 14.88" (378mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Golden Valley, in January, snow falls for 13.8 days, with typically accumulated 3.58" (91mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 66.7 snowfall days, and 20.04" (509mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Golden Valley, the average length of the day in January is 8h and 59min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:35 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:15 am and sunset at 5:48 pm CST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 4h of sunshine.

UV index

In Golden Valley, North Dakota, 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 rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in January transforms into this advice:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

January is the coldest month of the year, registering average temperatures as high as 21.2°F (-6°C) and as low as 7.2°F (-13.8°C).

How cold is it in Golden Valley in January?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during January are 21.2°F (-6°C) and 7.2°F (-13.8°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 89%, January is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 89%.

How much does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 3.3 days. Throughout January, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In Golden Valley, in January, during 13.8 snowfall days, 3.58" (91mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

The average day length in January is 8h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:35 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:15 am and sunset at 5:48 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Golden Valley?

January and December, with an average of 4h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 4h.

What is the UV index intensity in January?

In Golden Valley, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Golden Valley, ND

Average temperature in January - Golden Valley, ND
  • Average high temperature in January: 21.2°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 (21.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 7.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.2°F).

Average pressure in January
Golden Valley, ND

Average pressure in January - Golden Valley, 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 (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Golden Valley, ND

Average wind speed in January - Golden Valley, ND
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and October (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.5mph).

Average humidity in January
Golden Valley, ND

Average humidity in January - Golden Valley, ND
  • Average humidity in January: 89%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (53%).

Average rainfall in January
Golden Valley, ND

Average rainfall in January - Golden Valley, ND
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.56").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.51").

Average rainfall days in January
Golden Valley, ND

Average rainfall days in January - Golden Valley, ND
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Golden Valley, ND

Average snowfall in January - Golden Valley, ND
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.58"

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

Average snowfall days in January
Golden Valley, ND

Average snowfall days in January - Golden Valley, ND
  • Average snowfall days in January: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Golden Valley, ND

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Golden Valley, ND
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 0min

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: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in January
Golden Valley, ND

Average sunshine days in January - Golden Valley, ND
  • Average sunshine days in January: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.1 days).

Average UV index in January
Golden Valley, ND

Average UV index in January - Golden Valley, ND
  • Average UV index in January: 2

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

Average cloud cover in January
Golden Valley, ND

Average cloud cover in January - Golden Valley, ND
  • Average cloud cover in January: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 61).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 21).

Average visibility in January
Golden Valley, ND

Average visibility in January - Golden Valley, 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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