January weather forecast
Scotland, SD

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Scotland, South Dakota, with an average temperature varying between 26.2°F (-3.2°C) and 12.2°F (-11°C).

Temperature

Scotland experiences its lowest temperatures in January, with an average peak of 26.2°F (-3.2°C) and a low of 12.2°F (-11°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 85%, January is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In Scotland, in January, it is raining for 2.5 days, with typically 0.55" (14mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Scotland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 106.8 days and collects up to 19.29" (490mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In January, it is snowing for 6.6 days. Throughout January, 2.36" (60mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 33.1 snowfall days, and 12.91" (328mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Scotland, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 26min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:41 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 4.5h of sunshine.

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 health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in January leads to these guidelines:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

January brings the lowest temperatures, with an average high of 26.2°F (-3.2°C) and an average low of 12.2°F (-11°C).

How cold is it in January?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Scotland, is 26.2°F (-3.2°C), while the average low-temperature is 12.2°F (-11°C).

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 85%.

What is the average humidity in January in Scotland?

In Scotland, the average relative humidity in January is 85%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Scotland, in January, it is raining for 2.5 days, with typically 0.55" (14mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Scotland?

In January, it is snowing for 6.6 days. Throughout January, 2.36" (60mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Scotland have in January?

In Scotland, the average day length in January is 9h and 26min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:41 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Scotland?

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 4.5h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Scotland have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 4.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Scotland, SD

Average temperature in January - Scotland, SD
  • Average high temperature in January: 26.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 12.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.2°F).

Average pressure in January
Scotland, SD

Average pressure in January - Scotland, SD
  • Average pressure in January: 30.16"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Scotland, SD

Average wind speed in January - Scotland, SD
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.5mph).

Average humidity in January
Scotland, SD

Average humidity in January - Scotland, SD
  • Average humidity in January: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (63%).

Average rainfall in January
Scotland, SD

Average rainfall in January - Scotland, SD
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.51").

Average rainfall days in January
Scotland, SD

Average rainfall days in January - Scotland, SD
  • Average rainfall days in January: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.5 days).

Average snowfall in January
Scotland, SD

Average snowfall in January - Scotland, SD
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.36"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.56").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Scotland, SD

Average snowfall days in January - Scotland, SD
  • Average snowfall days in January: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (7.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Scotland, SD

Average sunshine days in January - Scotland, SD
  • Average sunshine days in January: 21.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Scotland, SD

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

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

Average cloud cover in January
Scotland, SD

Average cloud cover in January - Scotland, SD
  • Average cloud cover in January: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in January
Scotland, SD

Average visibility in January - Scotland, 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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