January weather forecast
Lignite, ND

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Lignite, North Dakota, is another subzero cold winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 17.4°F (-8.1°C) and 3.7°F (-15.7°C).

Temperature

The arrival of January brings an average high-temperature of a still freezing cold 17.4°F (-8.1°C), subtly diverging from December's 18.9°F (-7.3°C). During January, Lignite's temperature averages to a polar cold 3.7°F (-15.7°C) at night.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

January and February are months with the least rain in Lignite when the rain falls for 2 days and typically aggregates up to 0.39" (10mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In January, in Lignite, it is snowing for 13.5 days. Throughout January, 2.24" (57mm) of snow is accumulated. In Lignite, during the entire year, snow falls for 73.2 days and aggregates up to 17.83" (453mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Lignite is 8h and 48min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:43 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of January, in Lignite, North Dakota, sunrise is at 8:21 am and sunset at 5:45 pm CST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Lignite is 3.5h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 1 in January suggests the following recommendations:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is January in Lignite?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Lignite, is 17.4°F (-8.1°C), while the average low-temperature is 3.7°F (-15.7°C).

What is the most humid month in Lignite?

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

What is the average humidity in January in Lignite?

In January, the average relative humidity in Lignite is 91%.

What is the driest month in Lignite?

The months with the least rainfall in Lignite, North Dakota, are January and February Rain falls for 2 days and accumulates 0.39" (10mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in Lignite in January?

In Lignite, in January, during 2 rainfall days, 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Lignite?

In Lignite, during January, snow falls for 13.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Lignite have in January?

The average day length in January in Lignite, North Dakota, is 8h and 48min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Lignite?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:43 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, in Lignite, sunrise is at 8:21 am and sunset at 5:45 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Lignite?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 3.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Lignite?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January in Lignite?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Lignite, North Dakota, is 1. 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
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Lignite, ND

Average temperature in January - Lignite, ND
  • Average high temperature in January: 17.4°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (17.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 3.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (3.6°F).

Average pressure in January
Lignite, ND

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

Average wind speed in January
Lignite, ND

Average wind speed in January - Lignite, ND
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.8mph).

Average humidity in January
Lignite, ND

Average humidity in January - Lignite, 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 (51%).

Average rainfall in January
Lignite, ND

Average rainfall in January - Lignite, ND
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.32").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.39").

Average rainfall days in January
Lignite, ND

Average rainfall days in January - Lignite, ND
  • Average rainfall days in January: 2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Lignite, ND

Average snowfall in January - Lignite, ND
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Lignite, ND

Average snowfall days in January - Lignite, ND
  • Average snowfall days in January: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (14.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 3min

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

Average sunshine days in January
Lignite, ND

Average sunshine days in January - Lignite, ND
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (14.2 days).

Average UV index in January
Lignite, ND

Average UV index in January - Lignite, 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
Lignite, ND

Average cloud cover in January - Lignite, ND
  • Average cloud cover in January: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 68).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in January
Lignite, ND

Average visibility in January - Lignite, 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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