January weather forecast
Kief, ND

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Kief, North Dakota, is another subzero cold winter month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 3°F (-16.1°C) and an average high of 17.1°F (-8.3°C).

Temperature

January is the coldest month, exhibiting average temperatures of 17.1°F (-8.3°C) at the peak and 3°F (-16.1°C) at the base.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Kief, in January, during 2.3 rainfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Kief, during the entire year, the rain falls for 105.9 days and collects up to 17.32" (440mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In January, it is snowing for 14.3 days. Throughout January, 3.58" (91mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 77.8 snowfall days, and 24.41" (620mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Kief, the average length of the day in January is 8h and 56min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:31 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 5:40 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 3.4h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 1 in January suggests the following recommendations:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

Kief's January weather, marked by an average high temperature of 17.1°F (-8.3°C) and an average low temperature of 3°F (-16.1°C), is the coldest in the year.

How cold is January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Kief, records 17.1°F (-8.3°C), while the low-temperature is 3°F (-16.1°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 91%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In January, in Kief, the rain falls for 2.3 days. Throughout January, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Kief, in January, during 14.3 snowfall days, 3.58" (91mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Kief have in January?

The average day length in January is 8h and 56min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:31 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 5:40 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 3.4h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 3.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in January in Kief?

In Kief, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Kief, ND

Average temperature in January - Kief, ND
  • Average high temperature in January: 17.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (17.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (3°F).

Average pressure in January
Kief, ND

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.18"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
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Average wind speed in January - Kief, ND
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.8mph).

Average humidity in January
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Average humidity in January - Kief, 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 (57%).

Average rainfall in January
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Average rainfall in January - Kief, ND
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.51").

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.1 days).

Average snowfall in January
Kief, ND

Average snowfall in January - Kief, ND
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.58"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.84").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
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Average snowfall days in January - Kief, ND
  • Average snowfall days in January: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (16 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Kief, ND
  • Average daylight in January: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in January
Kief, ND

Average sunshine days in January - Kief, ND
  • Average sunshine days in January: 15.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.8 days).

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

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

Average cloud cover in January
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Average cloud cover in January - Kief, ND
  • Average cloud cover in January: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in January
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Average visibility in January - Kief, 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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