January weather forecast
Hillsboro, ND

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Weather in January

In the Hillsboro region, January typically marks the cold depths of winter. Highs linger around 15.6°F (-9.1°C) and can even sink towards the icy lows of 1.6°F (-16.9°C). Frequent snowfall characterizes this month, transforming the landscape into a winter wonderland. Often, days are considerably shorter during this period. Yet despite the cold, bright, and crisp winter sunsets present a memorable image to close the day.

Temperature

In Hillsboro, the lowest temperatures are generally noted in January, averaging a high of 15.6°F (-9.1°C) and a low of 1.6°F (-16.9°C).

Humidity

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 91%.

Rainfall

January and February are months with the least rain in Hillsboro when the rain falls for 2.5 days and typically aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Hillsboro, during January, snow falls for 13.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.62" (92mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 68 snowfall days, and 22.13" (562mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Hillsboro, the average length of the day in January is 8h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:15 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of January, in Hillsboro, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:27 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 3.1h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Hillsboro, North Dakota.

UV index

January, November 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 low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 1 in January translates into the following instructions:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Hillsboro?

During the coldest month in Hillsboro, January, temperatures average a high of 15.6°F (-9.1°C) and a low of 1.6°F (-16.9°C).

How cold is January in Hillsboro?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Hillsboro, North Dakota, during January are 15.6°F (-9.1°C) and 1.6°F (-16.9°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month in Hillsboro?

With an average relative humidity of 91%, January is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in January in Hillsboro?

In January, the average relative humidity in Hillsboro, North Dakota, is 91%.

What is the driest month in Hillsboro?

January and February are months with the least rain in Hillsboro, North Dakota, when the rain falls for 2.5 days and typically aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in January in Hillsboro?

In January, in Hillsboro, the rain falls for 2.5 days. Throughout January, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Hillsboro in January?

In Hillsboro, North Dakota, during January, snow falls for 13.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.62" (92mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Hillsboro have in January?

In Hillsboro, the average day length in January is 8h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Hillsboro?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:15 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, in Hillsboro, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:27 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Hillsboro?

The month with the least sunshine in Hillsboro, North Dakota, is January, with an average of 3.1h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Hillsboro have in January?

In Hillsboro, the average sunshine duration in January is 3.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in Hillsboro?

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

What is the UV index reading in January in Hillsboro?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Hillsboro is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Hillsboro, ND

Average temperature in January - Hillsboro, ND
  • Average high temperature in January: 15.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (15.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 1.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.6°F).

Average pressure in January
Hillsboro, ND

Average pressure in January - Hillsboro, ND
  • Average pressure in January: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Hillsboro, ND

Average wind speed in January - Hillsboro, ND
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.1mph).

Average humidity in January
Hillsboro, ND

Average humidity in January - Hillsboro, ND
  • Average humidity in January: 91%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (61%).

Average rainfall in January
Hillsboro, ND

Average rainfall in January - Hillsboro, ND
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.46").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.59").

Average rainfall days in January
Hillsboro, ND

Average rainfall days in January - Hillsboro, ND
  • Average rainfall days in January: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.2 days).

Average snowfall in January
Hillsboro, ND

Average snowfall in January - Hillsboro, ND
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.62"

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

Average snowfall days in January
Hillsboro, ND

Average snowfall days in January - Hillsboro, ND
  • Average snowfall days in January: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (14.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Hillsboro, 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: 3h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
Hillsboro, ND

Average sunshine days in January - Hillsboro, ND
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.2 days).

Average UV index in January
Hillsboro, ND

Average UV index in January - Hillsboro, ND
  • Average UV index in January: 1

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

Average cloud cover in January
Hillsboro, ND

Average cloud cover in January - Hillsboro, ND
  • Average cloud cover in January: 66

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in January
Hillsboro, ND

Average visibility in January - Hillsboro, 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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