January weather forecast
Southam, ND

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Southam, North Dakota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 1°F (-17.2°C) and 15.3°F (-9.3°C).

Temperature

The month of January, characterized by an average high of 15.3°F (-9.3°C) and a low of 1°F (-17.2°C), is recognized as the coldest.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

January and February are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 2.8 days and typically aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Southam, during January, snow falls for 14.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of snow. In Southam, during the entire year, snow falls for 74.3 days and aggregates up to 18.9" (480mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 8h and 53min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:24 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 5:31 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, 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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 1 in January translates into the following recommendations:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

January is the coldest month, with the temperature often reaching an average high of 15.3°F (-9.3°C) and an average low of 1°F (-17.2°C).

How cold is it in January?

In Southam, in January, the average high-temperature is 15.3°F (-9.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 1°F (-17.2°C).

What are the most humid months?

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

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 92%.

What is the driest month in Southam?

The months with the least rainfall are January and February Rain falls for 2.8 days and accumulates 0.43" (11mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 2.8 days. Throughout January, 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In Southam, in January, snow falls for 14.2 days, with typically accumulated 2.64" (67mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Southam have in January?

The average day length in January is 8h and 53min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:24 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 5:31 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Southam have in January?

In Southam, the average sunshine duration in January is 3.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
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
Southam, ND

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (15.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 1°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°F).

Average pressure in January
Southam, ND

Average pressure in January - Southam, 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
Southam, ND

Average wind speed in January - Southam, ND
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.5mph).

Average humidity in January
Southam, ND

Average humidity in January - Southam, 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 (58%).

Average rainfall in January
Southam, ND

Average rainfall in January - Southam, ND
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.44").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.43").

Average rainfall days in January
Southam, ND

Average rainfall days in January - Southam, ND
  • Average rainfall days in January: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (2.1 days).

Average snowfall in January
Southam, ND

Average snowfall in January - Southam, ND
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.64"

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
Southam, ND

Average snowfall days in January - Southam, ND
  • Average snowfall days in January: 14.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (15.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Southam, 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
Southam, ND

Average sunshine days in January - Southam, ND
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.2 days

The months with the most sunshine days are August and September (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11 days).

Average UV index in January
Southam, ND

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

Average cloud cover in January
Southam, ND

Average cloud cover in January - Southam, ND
  • Average cloud cover in January: 67

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in January
Southam, ND

Average visibility in January - Southam, 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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