January weather forecast
Wales, ND

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is an extremely cold winter month in Wales, North Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average high of 13.5°F (-10.3°C) and an average low of 0.5°F (-17.5°C).

Temperature

January, with its high-temperature average of 13.5°F (-10.3°C) and a low-temperature average of 0.5°F (-17.5°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 93%, January is the most humid month.

Rainfall

January and February are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 2.8 days and typically aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Wales, in January, snow falls for 17.1 days, with typically accumulated 3.54" (90mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 92.7 snowfall days, and 24.84" (631mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 8h and 48min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:27 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 5:29 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In January, a regular UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Jul 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

In Wales, the average lowest temperatures are observed in January, with a high of 13.5°F (-10.3°C) and a low of 0.5°F (-17.5°C).

How cold is January in Wales?

In Wales, in January, the average high-temperature is 13.5°F (-10.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 0.5°F (-17.5°C).

What is the most humid month?

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 93%.

What is the average humidity in January?

In Wales, the average relative humidity in January is 93%.

What is the driest month?

The months with the least rainfall are January and February Rain falls for 2.8 days and accumulates 0.63" (16mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in January in Wales?

In Wales, during January, the rain falls for 2.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Wales, in January, snow falls for 17.1 days, with typically accumulated 3.54" (90mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In Wales, the average day length in January is 8h and 48min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:27 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, in Wales, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 5:29 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 many hours of sunshine does Wales have in January?

In Wales, the average sunshine duration in January is 2.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Wales, ND

Average temperature in January - Wales, ND
  • Average high temperature in January: 13.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (78.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (13.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 0.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0.5°F).

Average pressure in January
Wales, ND

Average pressure in January - Wales, ND
  • Average pressure in January: 30.14"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
Wales, ND

Average wind speed in January - Wales, ND
  • Average wind speed in January: 11.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.6mph).

Average humidity in January
Wales, ND

Average humidity in January - Wales, ND
  • Average humidity in January: 93%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (60%).

Average rainfall in January
Wales, ND

Average rainfall in January - Wales, ND
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.99").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.63").

Average rainfall days in January
Wales, ND

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).

Average snowfall in January
Wales, ND

Average snowfall in January - Wales, ND
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Wales, ND

Average snowfall days in January - Wales, ND
  • Average snowfall days in January: 17.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 2h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in January
Wales, ND

Average sunshine days in January - Wales, ND
  • Average sunshine days in January: 12.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.7 days).

Average UV index in January
Wales, ND

Average UV index in January - Wales, 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
Wales, ND

Average cloud cover in January - Wales, ND
  • Average cloud cover in January: 70

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in January
Wales, ND

Average visibility in January - Wales, 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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