January weather forecastAmherst, SD
January
Weather in January
January, the same as December, in Amherst, South Dakota, is another subzero cold winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 19°F (-7.2°C) and 5.4°F (-14.8°C).Temperature
Amherst experiences its lowest average temperatures in January, reaching a peak of 19°F (-7.2°C) and a minimum of 5.4°F (-14.8°C).Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 90%, January is the most humid month.Rainfall
January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 3.1 days and accumulates 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Amherst, in January, snow falls for 15.3 days, with typically accumulated 4.49" (114mm) of snow. In Amherst, during the entire year, snow falls for 68.5 days and aggregates up to 22.83" (580mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in January is 9h and 10min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:12 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 5:35 pm CST.
Sunshine
The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 3.7h of sunshine.UV index
January and November, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: The UV index of 1 during January translates into the following guidance:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Amherst, SD
- Average high temperature in January: 19°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 5.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.4°F).
Average pressure in January
Amherst, SD
- Average pressure in January: 30.16"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).
Average wind speed in January
Amherst, SD
- Average wind speed in January: 10.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.1mph).
Average humidity in January
Amherst, SD
- Average humidity in January: 90%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (62%).
Average rainfall in January
Amherst, SD
- Average rainfall in January: 0.63"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.63").
Average rainfall days in January
Amherst, SD
- Average rainfall days in January: 3.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.4 days).
Average snowfall in January
Amherst, SD
- Average snowfall in January: 4.49"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.61").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Amherst, SD
- Average snowfall days in January: 15.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Amherst, SD
- Average daylight in January: 9h and 12min
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 42min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in January
Amherst, SD
- Average sunshine days in January: 14 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).
Average UV index in January
Amherst, SD
- 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 and November (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in January
Amherst, SD
- Average cloud cover in January: 60
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 23).
Average visibility in January
Amherst, SD
- 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).
