January weather forecastCarthage, SD
January
Weather in January
January, the same as December, in Carthage, South Dakota, is another subzero cold winter month, with an average temperature varying between 8.2°F (-13.2°C) and 23.2°F (-4.9°C).Temperature
Carthage notes the coldest temperatures in January, with a high average of 23.2°F (-4.9°C) and a low of 8.2°F (-13.2°C).Humidity
January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 88%.Rainfall
The month with the least rainfall in Carthage is January, when the rain falls for 2.7 days and typically collects 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Carthage, in January, during 9.2 snowfall days, 3.11" (79mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 42.3 snowfall days, and 16.54" (420mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In January, the average length of the day in Carthage is 9h and 20min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of January, in Carthage, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:38 pm CST.
Sunshine
January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.2h of sunshine.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Carthage are January and November, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in January converts into the following recommendations:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Carthage, SD
- Average high temperature in January: 23.2°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 (23.2°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 8.2°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 (8.2°F).
Average pressure in January
Carthage, 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).
Average wind speed in January
Carthage, SD
- Average wind speed in January: 9.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.6mph).
Average humidity in January
Carthage, SD
- Average humidity in January: 88%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (62%).
Average rainfall in January
Carthage, SD
- Average rainfall in January: 0.55"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").
Average rainfall days in January
Carthage, SD
- Average rainfall days in January: 2.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.8 days).
Average snowfall in January
Carthage, SD
- Average snowfall in January: 3.11"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.54").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Carthage, SD
- Average snowfall days in January: 9.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (9.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Carthage, SD
- Average daylight in January: 9h and 18min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in January: 4h and 12min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in January
Carthage, SD
- Average sunshine days in January: 19.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).
Average UV index in January
Carthage, 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 November (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in January
Carthage, SD
- Average cloud cover in January: 54
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 22).
Average visibility in January
Carthage, 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).
