January weather forecast
Thompson, ND

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Thompson, North Dakota, is a freezing cold winter month, with an average temperature varying between 0.9°F (-17.3°C) and 15.3°F (-9.3°C).

Temperature

Thompson's January weather, marked by an average high temperature of 15.3°F (-9.3°C) and an average low temperature of 0.9°F (-17.3°C), is the coldest in the year.

Humidity

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 91%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 0.8 days and typically collects 0.24" (6mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Thompson, in January, snow falls for 10.9 days, with typically accumulated 1.42" (36mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 54.6 snowfall days, and 11.54" (293mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Thompson is 8h and 56min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:17 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 5:26 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 2.9h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Thompson 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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in January interprets into the following recommendations:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

January is the month when Thompson sees the average lowest temperatures, with a high of 15.3°F (-9.3°C) and a low of 0.9°F (-17.3°C).

How cold is it in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Thompson, is 15.3°F (-9.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 0.9°F (-17.3°C).

What is the most humid month?

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 91%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 91%.

What is the driest month?

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 0.8 days and accumulates 0.24" (6mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in January?

In Thompson, during January, the rain falls for 0.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.24" (6mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in January?

In Thompson, during January, snow falls for 10.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

The average day length in January is 8h and 56min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:17 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 5:26 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 2.9h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In Thompson, North Dakota, the average sunshine duration in January is 2.9h.

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 Thompson, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Thompson, ND

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (15.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 0.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0.9°F).

Average pressure in January
Thompson, ND

Average pressure in January - Thompson, ND
  • Average pressure in January: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Thompson, ND

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Thompson, ND

Average humidity in January - Thompson, ND
  • Average humidity in January: 91%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (60%).

Average rainfall in January
Thompson, ND

Average rainfall in January - Thompson, ND
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.89").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.24").

Average rainfall days in January
Thompson, ND

Average rainfall days in January - Thompson, ND
  • Average rainfall days in January: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (0.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Thompson, ND

Average snowfall in January - Thompson, ND
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.42"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Thompson, ND

Average snowfall days in January - Thompson, ND
  • Average snowfall days in January: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (11.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Thompson, ND
  • Average daylight in January: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 2h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in January
Thompson, ND

Average sunshine days in January - Thompson, ND
  • Average sunshine days in January: 21.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.7 days).

Average UV index in January
Thompson, ND

Average UV index in January - Thompson, 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
Thompson, ND

Average cloud cover in January - Thompson, ND
  • Average cloud cover in January: 68

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in January
Thompson, ND

Average visibility in January - Thompson, 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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