January weather forecast
Wahpeton, ND

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Weather in January

Annual climatological parameters for Wahpeton, North Dakota indicate that the winter month of January is a period characterized by chill, windy and cloudy conditions and may experience brief sunlight. January harbors the coldest nights of the year with temperatures declining to as low as 3.9°F (-15.6°C), while humidity levels peak at 90%. January leaves behind the cold December weather, yet still prepares for the slightly more frigid month of February. The city could be covered with a white blanket due to high probability of snow during this period. This winter season is not a recommended period for outdoor activities due to harsh weather, reduced daylight and low visibility.

Temperature

January, with its average high-temperature of 17.6°F (-8°C) and an average low-temperature of 3.9°F (-15.6°C), holds the record as the coldest month.

Humidity

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 90%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall in Wahpeton. Rain falls for 2.8 days and accumulates 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Wahpeton are January through May, October through December. In Wahpeton, during January, snow falls for 13.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.54" (90mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 64.6 snowfall days, and 19.72" (501mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Wahpeton, North Dakota, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:28 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Wahpeton, North Dakota, is January, with an average of 3.2h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, the UV index of 1 transforms into the following advice:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Wahpeton?

In Wahpeton, the average lowest temperatures are observed in January, with a high of 17.6°F (-8°C) and a low of 3.9°F (-15.6°C).

How cold is January in Wahpeton?

In January, in Wahpeton, the average high-temperature is 17.6°F (-8°C), and the average low-temperature is 3.9°F (-15.6°C).

What is the most humid month in Wahpeton?

With an average relative humidity of 90%, January is the most humid month in Wahpeton.

What is the average humidity in January in Wahpeton?

The average relative humidity in January in Wahpeton is 90%.

What is the driest month in Wahpeton?

The month with the least rainfall in Wahpeton is January, when the rain falls for 2.8 days and typically collects 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Wahpeton in January?

In Wahpeton, North Dakota, in January, during 2.8 rainfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Wahpeton?

In Wahpeton, North Dakota, in January, during 13.9 snowfall days, 3.54" (90mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January in Wahpeton?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 7min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Wahpeton?

On the first day of January in Wahpeton, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:28 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Wahpeton?

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

How long on average sun shines in January in Wahpeton?

The average sunshine duration in January in Wahpeton is 3.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Wahpeton?

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

How high is the UV index in January in Wahpeton?

In Wahpeton, North Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Wahpeton, ND

Average temperature in January - Wahpeton, ND
  • Average high temperature in January: 17.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (17.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 3.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (3.9°F).

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Average pressure in January
Wahpeton, ND

Average pressure in January - Wahpeton, 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).

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and October (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.1mph).

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Average humidity in January
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Average humidity in January - Wahpeton, ND
  • Average humidity in January: 90%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and September (65%).

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Average rainfall in January
Wahpeton, ND

Average rainfall in January - Wahpeton, ND
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

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Average rainfall days in January
Wahpeton, ND

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.1 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Wahpeton, ND

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Wahpeton, ND

Average snowfall days in January - Wahpeton, ND
  • Average snowfall days in January: 13.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (14.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Wahpeton, ND
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Wahpeton, ND

Average sunshine days in January - Wahpeton, ND
  • Average sunshine days in January: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.6 days).

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Average UV index in January
Wahpeton, ND

Average UV index in January - Wahpeton, 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, February and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in January
Wahpeton, ND

Average cloud cover in January - Wahpeton, 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).

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Average visibility in January
Wahpeton, ND

Average visibility in January - Wahpeton, ND
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (5mi).

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