January weather forecast
Shields, ND

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Shields, North Dakota, is a freezing cold winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 6.1°F (-14.4°C) and 20.8°F (-6.2°C).

Temperature

Shields's temperature records reveal January as the coldest month, marked by average highs of 20.8°F (-6.2°C) and lows of 6.1°F (-14.4°C).

Humidity

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 89%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall in Shields is January, when the rain falls for 4 days and typically collects 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Shields. In Shields, in January, during 14.8 snowfall days, 3.58" (91mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Shields, during the entire year, snow falls for 73.7 days and aggregates up to 23.11" (587mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Shields, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 7min.
On the first day of January in Shields, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:47 pm MST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 1 during January translates into the following guidance:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Shields?

January is the coldest month in Shields, North Dakota, with the temperature often reaching an average high of 20.8°F (-6.2°C) and an average low of 6.1°F (-14.4°C).

How cold is it in Shields in January?

In Shields, 20.8°F (-6.2°C) is the average high-temperature and 6.1°F (-14.4°C) is the average low-temperature during January.

What is the most humid month in Shields?

With an average relative humidity of 89%, January is the most humid month in Shields, North Dakota.

What is the average humidity in January in Shields?

The average relative humidity in January in Shields, North Dakota, is 89%.

What is the driest month in Shields?

The month with the least rainfall in Shields is January, when the rain falls for 4 days and typically collects 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in Shields?

In Shields, North Dakota, during January, the rain falls for 4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Shields in January?

In Shields, North Dakota, in January, during 14.8 snowfall days, 3.58" (91mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Shields have in January?

In January, the average day length in Shields, North Dakota, is 9h and 7min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Shields?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:08 pm. On the last day of the month, in Shields, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:47 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Shields?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Shields have in January?

In Shields, the average sunshine duration in January is 3.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Shields?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January in Shields?

In Shields, North Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index 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
Shields, ND

Average temperature in January - Shields, ND
  • Average high temperature in January: 20.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 6.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.1°F).

Average pressure in January
Shields, ND

Average pressure in January - Shields, ND
  • Average pressure in January: 30.15"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
Shields, ND

Average wind speed in January - Shields, ND
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Shields, ND

Average humidity in January - Shields, ND
  • Average humidity in January: 89%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (55%).

Average rainfall in January
Shields, ND

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in January
Shields, ND

Average rainfall days in January - Shields, ND
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.4 days).

Average snowfall in January
Shields, ND

Average snowfall in January - Shields, ND
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.58"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.33").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Shields, ND

Average snowfall days in January - Shields, ND
  • Average snowfall days in January: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (15.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Shields, ND

Average sunshine days in January - Shields, ND
  • Average sunshine days in January: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (12.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Shields, ND

Average UV index in January - Shields, 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, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Shields, ND

Average cloud cover in January - Shields, ND
  • Average cloud cover in January: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 21).

Average visibility in January
Shields, ND

Average visibility in January - Shields, 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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