January weather forecast
West Fargo, ND

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Weather in January

January ushers in a West Fargo winter, with the climate typically marked by frosty conditions. Daylight is more scarce in this month, reducing the occurrence of solar radiation. Expect biting winds that can bring chill factor temperatures below freezing. A white blanket of snow covers the cityscape, with an average accumulation of 3.54" (90mm). Breaking out the winter wear, this period stands as the coldest with temperatures fluctuating between 2.7°F (-16.3°C) and 16.2°F (-8.8°C).

Temperature

West Fargo's coldest temperatures are experienced in January, with average high temperatures of 16.2°F (-8.8°C) and lows of 2.7°F (-16.3°C).

Humidity

The most humid month in West Fargo is January, with an average relative humidity of 91%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall in West Fargo is January, when the rain falls for 2 days and typically collects 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In West Fargo, North Dakota, in January, snow falls for 13.6 days, with typically accumulated 3.54" (90mm) of snow. In West Fargo, during the entire year, snow falls for 64.4 days and aggregates up to 19.69" (500mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in West Fargo is 9h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:12 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:28 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January 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 rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 1 during January translates into the following recommendations:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in West Fargo?

January brings the lowest temperatures, with an average high of 16.2°F (-8.8°C) and an average low of 2.7°F (-16.3°C).

How cold is January?

In January, in West Fargo, the average high-temperature is 16.2°F (-8.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 2.7°F (-16.3°C).

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 91%.

What is the average humidity in January in West Fargo?

In January, the average relative humidity is 91%.

What is the driest month?

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 2 days and accumulates 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in January?

In West Fargo, North Dakota, in January, during 2 rainfall days, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In West Fargo, in January, during 13.6 snowfall days, 3.54" (90mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does West Fargo have in January?

In West Fargo, the average day length in January is 9h and 2min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:12 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:28 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

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

How many hours of sunshine does West Fargo have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 3.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
West Fargo, ND

Average temperature in January - West Fargo, ND
  • Average high temperature in January: 16.2°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (16.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 2.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2.7°F).

Average pressure in January
West Fargo, ND

Average pressure in January - West Fargo, 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 (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
West Fargo, ND

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.1mph).

Average humidity in January
West Fargo, ND

Average humidity in January - West Fargo, ND
  • Average humidity in January: 91%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (63%).

Average rainfall in January
West Fargo, ND

Average rainfall in January - West Fargo, ND
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in January
West Fargo, ND

Average rainfall days in January - West Fargo, ND
  • Average rainfall days in January: 2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.7 days).

Average snowfall in January
West Fargo, ND

Average snowfall in January - West Fargo, 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
West Fargo, ND

Average snowfall days in January - West Fargo, ND
  • Average snowfall days in January: 13.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
West Fargo, ND

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - West Fargo, ND
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in January
West Fargo, ND

Average sunshine days in January - West Fargo, ND
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.3 days).

Average UV index in January
West Fargo, ND

Average UV index in January - West Fargo, ND
  • Average UV index in January: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
West Fargo, ND

Average cloud cover in January - West Fargo, ND
  • Average cloud cover in January: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in January
West Fargo, ND

Average visibility in January - West Fargo, 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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