January weather forecast
Prairie Junction, ND

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Prairie Junction, North Dakota, is a freezing cold winter month, with an average temperature varying between 19.8°F (-6.8°C) and 5.7°F (-14.6°C).

Temperature

Prairie Junction, North Dakota, reaches its lowest average temperatures in January, measuring 19.8°F (-6.8°C) at the peak and 5.7°F (-14.6°C) at the lowest.

Humidity

The most humid month in Prairie Junction is January, with an average relative humidity of 90%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall in Prairie Junction 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 Prairie Junction, during January, snow falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of snow. In Prairie Junction, during the entire year, snow falls for 55.5 days and aggregates up to 6.46" (164mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Prairie Junction, the average length of the day in January is 8h and 55min.
On the first day of January in Prairie Junction, sunrise is at 8:37 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:16 am and sunset at 5:45 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Prairie Junction are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during January translates into the following recommendations:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Prairie Junction?

In Prairie Junction, January records the average lowest temperatures, peaking at 19.8°F (-6.8°C) and reaching a low of 5.7°F (-14.6°C).

How cold is it in Prairie Junction in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Prairie Junction, is 19.8°F (-6.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 5.7°F (-14.6°C).

What is the most humid month in Prairie Junction?

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

What is the average humidity in January in Prairie Junction?

In January, the average relative humidity in Prairie Junction is 90%.

What is the driest month in Prairie Junction?

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

How much does it rain in Prairie Junction in January?

In January, in Prairie Junction, the rain falls for 1.9 days. Throughout January, 0.2" (5mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Prairie Junction?

In Prairie Junction, in January, during 10.8 snowfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Prairie Junction have in January?

The average day length in January is 8h and 55min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Prairie Junction?

On the first day of January in Prairie Junction, sunrise is at 8:37 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:16 am and sunset at 5:45 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Prairie Junction?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Prairie Junction have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 3.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Prairie Junction?

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

How high is the UV index in January in Prairie Junction?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Prairie Junction, North Dakota, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Prairie Junction, ND

Average temperature in January - Prairie Junction, 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
Prairie Junction, ND

Average pressure in January - Prairie Junction, 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
Prairie Junction, ND

Average wind speed in January - Prairie Junction, 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
Prairie Junction, ND

Average humidity in January - Prairie Junction, 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
Prairie Junction, ND

Average rainfall in January - Prairie Junction, 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
Prairie Junction, ND

Average rainfall days in January - Prairie Junction, 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
Prairie Junction, ND

Average snowfall in January - Prairie Junction, 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
Prairie Junction, ND

Average snowfall days in January - Prairie Junction, 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
Prairie Junction, ND

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Prairie Junction, 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
Prairie Junction, ND

Average sunshine days in January - Prairie Junction, 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
Prairie Junction, ND

Average UV index in January - Prairie Junction, 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
Prairie Junction, ND

Average cloud cover in January - Prairie Junction, 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
Prairie Junction, ND

Average visibility in January - Prairie Junction, 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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