January weather forecast
Akaska, SD

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Akaska, South Dakota, is another subzero cold winter month, with an average temperature ranging between max 23°F (-5°C) and min 9°F (-12.8°C).

Temperature

Akaska reaches its lowest average temperatures in January, measuring 23°F (-5°C) at the peak and 9°F (-12.8°C) at the lowest.

Humidity

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 87%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall in Akaska. Rain falls for 2.3 days and accumulates 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Akaska, in January, snow falls for 11.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.87" (73mm) of snow. In Akaska, during the entire year, snow falls for 49.4 days and aggregates up to 19.09" (485mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Akaska is 9h and 13min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:19 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 5:45 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.1h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Akaska.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Akaska are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 1 in January leads to these guidelines:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Akaska?

The coldest temperatures in Akaska, South Dakota, occur during January, when averages reach a peak of 23°F (-5°C) and a low of 9°F (-12.8°C).

How cold is January in Akaska?

In Akaska, in January, the average high-temperature is 23°F (-5°C), and the average low-temperature is 9°F (-12.8°C).

What is the most humid month in Akaska?

With an average relative humidity of 87%, January is the most humid month in Akaska, South Dakota.

What is the average humidity in January in Akaska?

In January, the average relative humidity in Akaska is 87%.

What is the driest month in Akaska?

The month with the least rainfall in Akaska is January, when the rain falls for 2.3 days and typically collects 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Akaska in January?

In Akaska, South Dakota, in January, it is raining for 2.3 days, with typically 0.47" (12mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Akaska in January?

In Akaska, in January, during 11.8 snowfall days, 2.87" (73mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Akaska have in January?

In January, the average day length in Akaska is 9h and 13min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Akaska?

On the first day of January in Akaska, sunrise is at 8:19 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 5:45 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Akaska?

With an average of 4.1h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Akaska have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January in Akaska, South Dakota, is 4.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in Akaska?

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

What is the UV index reading in January in Akaska?

In Akaska, South Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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YearJanuaryFMAMJJASOND
Dec
January
Feb
Average high temperature
25.7°F -3.5°C
23°F -5°C
25.2°F -3.8°C
Average low temperature
14.4°F -9.8°C
9°F -12.8°C
11.7°F -11.3°C
Average pressure
30.13" 765mmHg
30.16" 766mmHg
30.16" 766mmHg
Average wind speed
9.9mph 15.9km/h
10mph 16.1km/h
9.4mph 15.1km/h
Average max. wind speed
10.6mph 17.1km/h
10.7mph 17.2km/h
10mph 16.1km/h
Average wind speed gusts
16.5mph 26.6km/h
17mph 27.4km/h
15.2mph 24.5km/h
Average humidity
83%
87%
83%
Average rainfall
0.67" 17mm
0.47" 12mm
0.67" 17mm
Average rainfall days
2.7
2.3
1.3
Average snowfall
3.39" 86mm
2.87" 73mm
3.98" 101mm
Average snowfall days
9.5
11.8
10.3
Average daylight
8h 5min
9h 1min
10h 2min
Average sunshine
4h 3min
4h 1min
5h 1min
Average sunshine days
20.1
18
17.8
Average UV index
1
1
2
Average cloud cover
52%
56%
55%
Average visibility
6mi 9.7km
5mi 8km
6mi 9.7km

Average temperature in January
Akaska, SD

Average temperature in January - Akaska, SD
  • Average high temperature in January: 23°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9°F).

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Average pressure in January
Akaska, SD

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Akaska, SD

Average wind speed in January - Akaska, SD
  • Average wind speed in January: 10mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (9.4mph).

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Average humidity in January
Akaska, SD

Average humidity in January - Akaska, SD
  • Average humidity in January: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (52%).

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Average rainfall in January
Akaska, SD

Average rainfall in January - Akaska, SD
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.47"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.32").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

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Average rainfall days in January
Akaska, SD

Average rainfall days in January - Akaska, SD
  • Average rainfall days in January: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.3 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Akaska, SD

Average snowfall in January - Akaska, SD
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Akaska, SD

Average snowfall days in January - Akaska, SD
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 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
Akaska, SD

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Akaska, SD
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 1min

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

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Akaska, SD

Average sunshine days in January - Akaska, SD
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.6 days).

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Average UV index in January
Akaska, SD

Average UV index in January - Akaska, SD
  • Average UV index in January: 1

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

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Average cloud cover in January
Akaska, SD

Average cloud cover in January - Akaska, SD
  • Average cloud cover in January: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 21).

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Average visibility in January
Akaska, SD

Average visibility in January - Akaska, SD
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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