January weather forecast
Sheldon, ND

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Sheldon, North Dakota, is another subzero cold winter month, with an average temperature varying between 18°F (-7.8°C) and 5°F (-15°C).

Temperature

January brings the lowest temperatures, with an average high of 18°F (-7.8°C) and an average low of 5°F (-15°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 3.1 days and accumulates 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In January, it is snowing for 14.3 days. Throughout January, 3.7" (94mm) of snow is accumulated. In Sheldon, during the entire year, snow falls for 63.4 days and aggregates up to 18.43" (468mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 4min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:14 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:31 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 3.6h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

January and November, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, a daily maximum UV index of 1 leads to the following instructions:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

In Sheldon, January is known for its average lowest temperatures, reaching a high of 18°F (-7.8°C) and a low of 5°F (-15°C).

How cold is it in January?

During January, Sheldon experiences an average high-temperature of 18°F (-7.8°C) and a low-temperature of 5°F (-15°C).

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?

The average relative humidity in January is 90%.

What is the driest month in Sheldon?

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 3.1 days and typically collects 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Sheldon, North Dakota, in January, it is raining for 3.1 days, with typically 0.59" (15mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Sheldon, in January, snow falls for 14.3 days, with typically accumulated 3.7" (94mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In Sheldon, North Dakota, the average day length in January is 9h and 4min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:14 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:31 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January has the least sunshine of the year in Sheldon, with an average of 3.6h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 3.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe 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
Sheldon, ND

Average temperature in January - Sheldon, ND
  • Average high temperature in January: 18°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5°F).

Average pressure in January
Sheldon, ND

Average pressure in January - Sheldon, ND
  • Average pressure in January: 30.16"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Sheldon, ND

Average wind speed in January - Sheldon, ND
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.4mph

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 July (8.1mph).

Average humidity in January
Sheldon, ND

Average humidity in January - Sheldon, ND
  • Average humidity in January: 90%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (62%).

Average rainfall in January
Sheldon, ND

Average rainfall in January - Sheldon, ND
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in January
Sheldon, ND

Average rainfall days in January - Sheldon, ND
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.6 days).

Average snowfall in January
Sheldon, ND

Average snowfall in January - Sheldon, ND
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.7"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.86").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Sheldon, ND

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (15.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Sheldon, ND
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Sheldon, ND

Average sunshine days in January - Sheldon, 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 (12 days).

Average UV index in January
Sheldon, ND

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Sheldon, ND

Average cloud cover in January - Sheldon, ND
  • Average cloud cover in January: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in January
Sheldon, ND

Average visibility in January - Sheldon, ND
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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