January weather forecast
Alexandria, SD

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Alexandria, South Dakota, is a freezing cold winter month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 24.4°F (-4.2°C) and an average low of 10.2°F (-12.1°C).

Temperature

Alexandria experiences its lowest average temperatures in January, reaching a peak of 24.4°F (-4.2°C) and a minimum of 10.2°F (-12.1°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Alexandria, in January, during 2.6 rainfall days, 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 93.2 rainfall days, and 11.3" (287mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Alexandria. In January, it is snowing for 8.7 days. Throughout January, 1.38" (35mm) of snow is accumulated. In Alexandria, South Dakota, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.3 days and aggregates up to 7.17" (182mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Alexandria, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 23min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of January, in Alexandria, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:40 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Alexandria is January, with an average of 4.4h of sunshine.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is January, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during January translates into these guidelines:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Alexandria?

January is the month that records the lowest temperatures in Alexandria, South Dakota, with averages ranging from a high of 24.4°F (-4.2°C) to a low of 10.2°F (-12.1°C).

How cold is it in Alexandria in January?

In Alexandria, in January, the average high-temperature is 24.4°F (-4.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 10.2°F (-12.1°C).

What is the most humid month in Alexandria?

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

What is the average humidity in January in Alexandria?

In Alexandria, South Dakota, the average relative humidity in January is 87%.

How much does it rain in Alexandria in January?

In Alexandria, South Dakota, during January, the rain falls for 2.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Alexandria in January?

In Alexandria, in January, during 8.7 snowfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Alexandria have in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 23min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Alexandria?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, in Alexandria, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:40 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Alexandria?

With an average of 4.4h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Alexandria, South Dakota.

How many hours of sunshine does Alexandria have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 4.4h.

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

The month with the lowest UV index in Alexandria, South Dakota, is January, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in January in Alexandria?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Alexandria is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Alexandria, SD

Average temperature in January - Alexandria, SD
  • Average high temperature in January: 24.4°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 (24.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 10.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.2°F).

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Average pressure in January
Alexandria, SD

Average pressure in January - Alexandria, 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 (29.85"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Alexandria, SD

Average wind speed in January - Alexandria, SD
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.6mph).

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Average humidity in January
Alexandria, SD

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September and October (63%).

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Average rainfall in January
Alexandria, SD

Average rainfall in January - Alexandria, SD
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.65").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (0.28").

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Average rainfall days in January
Alexandria, SD

Average rainfall days in January - Alexandria, SD
  • Average rainfall days in January: 2.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Alexandria, SD

Average snowfall in January - Alexandria, SD
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.38"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.42").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Alexandria, SD

Average snowfall days in January - Alexandria, SD
  • Average snowfall days in January: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.7 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
Alexandria, SD

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Alexandria, 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: 4h and 2min

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

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Average sunshine days in January
Alexandria, SD

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.8 days).

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Average UV index in January
Alexandria, SD

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

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

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Average cloud cover in January
Alexandria, SD

Average cloud cover in January - Alexandria, SD
  • Average cloud cover in January: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 22).

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Average visibility in January
Alexandria, SD

Average visibility in January - Alexandria, 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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