January weather forecast
Scenic, SD

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is an icy winter month in Scenic, South Dakota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 18°F (-7.8°C) and 32.7°F (0.4°C).

Temperature

The commencement of January introduces an average high-temperature of a still icy 32.7°F (0.4°C), closely mirroring the preceding month. In Scenic, an average nighttime temperature of 18°F (-7.8°C) is expected during January.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 77%, January is the most humid month in Scenic.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall in Scenic is January, when the rain falls for 5.3 days and typically collects 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In January, it is snowing for 9.4 days. Throughout January, 2.4" (61mm) of snow is accumulated. In Scenic, during the entire year, snow falls for 50.4 days and aggregates up to 24.41" (620mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Scenic, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 22min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:23 pm. On the last day of January, in Scenic, South Dakota, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:59 pm MST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January in Scenic is 6.2h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Scenic in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Scenic, is 32.7°F (0.4°C), while the low-temperature averages to 18°F (-7.8°C).

What is the most humid month in Scenic?

January is the most humid month in Scenic, South Dakota, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the average humidity in January in Scenic?

In Scenic, the average relative humidity in January is 77%.

What is the driest month in Scenic?

The month with the least rainfall in Scenic is January, when the rain falls for 5.3 days and typically collects 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in Scenic?

In Scenic, in January, it is raining for 5.3 days, with typically 0.43" (11mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Scenic in January?

In Scenic, South Dakota, during January, snow falls for 9.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of snow.

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

In Scenic, South Dakota, the average day length in January is 9h and 22min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Scenic?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:59 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Scenic?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Scenic is 6.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Scenic?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in January in Scenic?

In Scenic, South Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Scenic, SD

Average temperature in January - Scenic, SD
  • Average high temperature in January: 32.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 18°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (17.8°F).

Average pressure in January
Scenic, SD

Average pressure in January - Scenic, SD
  • Average pressure in January: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Scenic, SD

Average wind speed in January - Scenic, SD
  • Average wind speed in January: 9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Scenic, SD

Average humidity in January - Scenic, SD
  • Average humidity in January: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (50%).

Average rainfall in January
Scenic, SD

Average rainfall in January - Scenic, SD
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

Average rainfall days in January
Scenic, SD

Average rainfall days in January - Scenic, SD
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Scenic, SD

Average snowfall in January - Scenic, SD
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.4"

The month with the highest snowfall is April (5.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Scenic, SD

Average snowfall days in January - Scenic, SD
  • Average snowfall days in January: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Scenic, SD

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Scenic, SD
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in January
Scenic, SD

Average sunshine days in January - Scenic, SD
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).

Average UV index in January
Scenic, SD

Average UV index in January - Scenic, SD
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Scenic, SD

Average cloud cover in January - Scenic, SD
  • Average cloud cover in January: 36

The months with the most cloud cover are February and April (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 16).

Average visibility in January
Scenic, SD

Average visibility in January - Scenic, SD
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

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

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