January weather forecast
Sweetwater, ND

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Sweetwater, North Dakota, is another subzero cold winter month, with an average temperature varying between 15.3°F (-9.3°C) and 1°F (-17.2°C).

Temperature

January, on average, is the coldest month, registering a high temperature of 15.3°F (-9.3°C) and a low of 1°F (-17.2°C).

Humidity

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

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 Sweetwater, North Dakota, during January, snow falls for 14.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 74.3 snowfall days, and 18.9" (480mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 8h and 53min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:26 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 5:32 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 1 in January leads to these recommendations:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

In Sweetwater, January is the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a high of 15.3°F (-9.3°C) and a low of 1°F (-17.2°C).

How cold is it in January?

In January, in Sweetwater, 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 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?

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

How many days does it rain in January?

In Sweetwater, in January, it is raining for 2.8 days, with typically 0.43" (11mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 14.2 days. Throughout January, 2.64" (67mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In January, the average day length is 8h and 53min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:26 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 5:32 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Sweetwater have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 3.2h.

When is 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.

What is the UV index reading in January?

In Sweetwater, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Sweetwater, ND

Average temperature in January - Sweetwater, 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
Sweetwater, ND

Average pressure in January - Sweetwater, 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
Sweetwater, ND

Average wind speed in January - Sweetwater, 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
Sweetwater, ND

Average humidity in January - Sweetwater, 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
Sweetwater, ND

Average rainfall in January - Sweetwater, 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
Sweetwater, ND

Average rainfall days in January - Sweetwater, 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
Sweetwater, ND

Average snowfall in January - Sweetwater, 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
Sweetwater, ND

Average snowfall days in January - Sweetwater, 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
Sweetwater, ND

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

Average sunshine days in January - Sweetwater, 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
Sweetwater, ND

Average UV index in January - Sweetwater, 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
Sweetwater, ND

Average cloud cover in January - Sweetwater, 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
Sweetwater, ND

Average visibility in January - Sweetwater, 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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