January weather forecast
New Town, ND

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Weather in January

January bestows New Town, North Dakota with the true essence of winter. The month swings between cold gusty winds with a peak speed of 18.3mph (29.5km/h) and the shimmering snowfall adding beauty to the surroundings. Interestingly, the snowfall does not totally avoid sunshine from reaching the ground, resulting in nearly 3.9 hours of sunshine each day. Visitors must pack their heavy winter coats as extreme cold conditions persist throughout the month. The lack of heavy rainfall and wet weather conditions makes January an inviting time for winter sports enthusiasts.

Temperature

January, with an average high of 19.8°F (-6.8°C) and a low of 5.7°F (-14.6°C), signifies the coldest month of the year in New Town.

Humidity

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 90%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall are January and February Rain falls for 1.9 days and accumulates 0.2" (5mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In January, it is snowing for 10.8 days. Throughout January, 1.02" (26mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 55.5 snowfall days, and 6.46" (164mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 8h and 55min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:39 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 8:18 am and sunset at 5:47 pm CST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 3.9h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In January, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 5, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in New Town?

The coldest period in New Town tends to be January, when average temperatures fluctuate between a high of 19.8°F (-6.8°C) and a low of 5.7°F (-14.6°C).

How cold is January?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during January are 19.8°F (-6.8°C) and 5.7°F (-14.6°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 90%, January is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in January?

In New Town, the average relative humidity in January is 90%.

What is the driest month?

January and February are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 1.9 days and typically aggregates up to 0.2" (5mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in January?

In New Town, in January, it is raining for 1.9 days, with typically 0.2" (5mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in January?

In New Town, during January, snow falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January in New Town?

In January, the average day length is 8h and 55min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:39 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:18 am and sunset at 5:47 pm CST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine in New Town are January and December, with an average of 3.9h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 3.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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YearJanuaryFMAMJJASOND
Dec
January
Feb
Average high temperature
21.6°F -5.8°C
19.8°F -6.8°C
20.7°F -6.3°C
Average low temperature
10°F -12.2°C
5.7°F -14.6°C
6.3°F -14.3°C
Average pressure
30.13" 765mmHg
30.14" 766mmHg
30.17" 766mmHg
Average wind speed
10.1mph 16.3km/h
10.6mph 17.1km/h
9.3mph 15km/h
Average max. wind speed
10.7mph 17.2km/h
11.3mph 18.2km/h
9.9mph 15.9km/h
Average wind speed gusts
17.1mph 27.5km/h
18.3mph 29.5km/h
15.7mph 25.3km/h
Average humidity
88%
90%
88%
Average rainfall
0.24" 6mm
0.2" 5mm
0.2" 5mm
Average rainfall days
1.8
1.9
1.6
Average snowfall
1.1" 28mm
1.02" 26mm
1.14" 29mm
Average snowfall days
10.9
10.8
10.8
Average daylight
8h 3min
8h 5min
10h 2min
Average sunshine
3h 5min
3h 5min
4h 3min
Average sunshine days
21.5
20.2
18.7
Average UV index
2
2
2
Average cloud cover
59%
59%
62%
Average visibility
6mi 9.7km
5mi 8km
5mi 8km

Average temperature in January
New Town, ND

Average temperature in January - New Town, ND
  • Average high temperature in January: 19.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 5.7°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 (5.7°F).

Average pressure in January
New Town, ND

Average pressure in January - New Town, 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
New Town, ND

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

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 (8.6mph).

Average humidity in January
New Town, ND

Average humidity in January - New Town, ND
  • Average humidity in January: 90%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (52%).

Average rainfall in January
New Town, ND

Average rainfall in January - New Town, ND
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.18").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.2").

Average rainfall days in January
New Town, ND

Average rainfall days in January - New Town, ND
  • Average rainfall days in January: 1.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (11.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.6 days).

Average snowfall in January
New Town, ND

Average snowfall in January - New Town, ND
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.02"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.14").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
New Town, ND

Average snowfall days in January - New Town, ND
  • Average snowfall days in January: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (10.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
New Town, ND

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - New Town, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in January
New Town, ND

Average sunshine days in January - New Town, ND
  • Average sunshine days in January: 20.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (15.7 days).

Average UV index in January
New Town, ND

Average UV index in January - New Town, ND
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
New Town, ND

Average cloud cover in January - New Town, ND
  • Average cloud cover in January: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in January
New Town, ND

Average visibility in January - New Town, ND
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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