January weather forecastBeresford, SD
January
Weather in January
January in Beresford, South Dakota is marked by snow and cold temperatures as it is the heart of winter. The coldest month of the year, with temperatures reaching a chilling 11.5°F (-11.4°C) low and 25.2°F (-3.8°C) high. It also experiences a significant amount of cloudy days with a high percentage of cloud cover. The frosts and snow, which come as high as 1.34" (34mm) make it ideal for winter sports enthusiasts. Visitors however, may need to plan for indoor activities as outdoor visibility is hampered by the weather conditions.Temperature
January, having an average high-temperature of 25.2°F (-3.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 11.5°F (-11.4°C), is the coldest month.Humidity
January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 85%.Rainfall
In Beresford, in January, during 2.6 rainfall days, 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Beresford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 97.4 days and collects up to 11.89" (302mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Beresford, in January, snow falls for 8.1 days, with typically accumulated 1.34" (34mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 31.8 snowfall days, and 7.76" (197mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in January is 9h and 26min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:37 pm CST.
Sunshine
With an average of 4.3h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Beresford, SD
- Average high temperature in January: 25.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.2°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 11.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.5°F).
Average pressure in January
Beresford, 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 (29.86"Hg).
Average wind speed in January
Beresford, SD
- Average wind speed in January: 10.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).
Average humidity in January
Beresford, 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 (66%).
Average rainfall in January
Beresford, SD
- Average rainfall in January: 0.35"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.05").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (0.31").
Average rainfall days in January
Beresford, SD
- Average rainfall days in January: 2.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).
Average snowfall in January
Beresford, SD
- Average snowfall in January: 1.34"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.61").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Beresford, SD
- Average snowfall days in January: 8.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Beresford, SD
- Average daylight in January: 9h and 24min
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 18min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in January
Beresford, SD
- Average sunshine days in January: 22.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (23.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).
Average UV index in January
Beresford, 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
Beresford, SD
- Average cloud cover in January: 53
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).
Average visibility in January
Beresford, 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).





