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Weather in January

January underlines the true essence of winters in Rugby, North Dakota, with the temperature dipping to an average low of 1.2°F (-17.1°C). Snowfall is an integral part of Rugby's seasonal variation, and January often welcomes a calm, silent world draped in fresh white snow. It is the month with the highest probability of snowfall, serving as an invitation to snow-lovers. Skies are predominantly overcast, but on rare sunny days, the landscape can appear exceptionally beautiful, reflecting the low winter sunlight. Despite the cold, there's a certain kind of quiet beauty that makes Rugby quite enticing in January.

Temperature

January, with its average high-temperature of 15.3°F (-9.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 1.2°F (-17.1°C), holds the record as the coldest month in Rugby.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 92%.

Rainfall

In Rugby, North Dakota, in January, it is raining for 2.9 days, with typically 0.55" (14mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Rugby, during the entire year, the rain falls for 96 days and collects up to 15.39" (391mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In January, in Rugby, it is snowing for 15.7 days. Throughout January, 3.31" (84mm) of snow is accumulated. In Rugby, during the entire year, snow falls for 79.2 days and aggregates up to 20.87" (530mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Rugby, North Dakota, is 8h and 52min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:31 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 5:36 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 3.2h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Rugby. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 1 during January translates into the following directions:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Rugby?

January stands out as Rugby's coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 15.3°F (-9.3°C) and a low-temperature of 1.2°F (-17.1°C).

How cold is it in Rugby in January?

Rugby in January has an average high-temperature of 15.3°F (-9.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 1.2°F (-17.1°C).

What is the most humid month in Rugby?

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 92%.

What is the average humidity in January in Rugby?

In January, the average relative humidity in Rugby, North Dakota, is 92%.

How many days does it rain in January in Rugby?

In Rugby, in January, during 2.9 rainfall days, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Rugby in January?

In Rugby, during January, snow falls for 15.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.31" (84mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Rugby have in January?

In January, the average day length in Rugby, North Dakota, is 8h and 52min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Rugby?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:31 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, in Rugby, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 5:36 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Rugby?

The month with the least sunshine in Rugby is January, with an average of 3.2h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Rugby?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Rugby, North Dakota, is 3.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Rugby?

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

How high is the UV index in January in Rugby?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Rugby is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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YearJanuaryFMAMJJASOND
Dec
January
Feb
Average high temperature
18.7°F -7.4°C
15.3°F -9.3°C
16.3°F -8.7°C
Average low temperature
7°F -13.9°C
1.2°F -17.1°C
1.6°F -16.9°C
Average pressure
30.13" 765mmHg
30.14" 766mmHg
30.18" 767mmHg
Average wind speed
9.6mph 15.4km/h
10.2mph 16.4km/h
9.2mph 14.8km/h
Average max. wind speed
10.1mph 16.3km/h
10.8mph 17.4km/h
9.8mph 15.8km/h
Average wind speed gusts
16.2mph 26.1km/h
17.3mph 27.8km/h
15.5mph 24.9km/h
Average humidity
90%
92%
92%
Average rainfall
0.67" 17mm
0.55" 14mm
0.51" 13mm
Average rainfall days
2.5
2.9
2.1
Average snowfall
3.9" 99mm
3.31" 84mm
3.62" 92mm
Average snowfall days
16.1
15.7
14
Average daylight
8h 2min
8h 5min
10h 1min
Average sunshine
3h 3min
3h 1min
3h 4min
Average sunshine days
15.3
15.5
14.8
Average UV index
1
1
1
Average cloud cover
64%
66%
67%
Average visibility
5mi 8km
5mi 8km
5mi 8km

Average temperature in January
Rugby, ND

Average temperature in January - Rugby, ND
  • Average high temperature in January: 15.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (15.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 1.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.2°F).

Average pressure in January
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Average pressure in January - Rugby, ND
  • Average pressure in January: 30.14"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 - Rugby, ND
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.5mph).

Average humidity in January
Rugby, ND

Average humidity in January - Rugby, ND
  • Average humidity in January: 92%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (57%).

Average rainfall in January
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Average rainfall in January - Rugby, ND
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.51").

Average rainfall days in January
Rugby, ND

Average rainfall days in January - Rugby, ND
  • Average rainfall days in January: 2.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.1 days).

Average snowfall in January
Rugby, ND

Average snowfall in January - Rugby, ND
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.9").
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 - Rugby, ND
  • Average snowfall days in January: 15.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (16.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Rugby, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 1min

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 12min).

Average sunshine days in January
Rugby, ND

Average sunshine days in January - Rugby, ND
  • Average sunshine days in January: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.9 days).

Average UV index in January
Rugby, ND

Average UV index in January - Rugby, 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
Rugby, ND

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in January
Rugby, ND

Average visibility in January - Rugby, 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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