January weather forecast
Dell Rapids, SD

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Weather in January

January in Dell Rapids, South Dakota is often characterized by its chilly conditions. It tends to be the coldest month of the year with the lowest average temperature resting at a frosty 8.2°F (-13.2°C). Snowfall is also a common occurrence during this month, lending a characteristic white blanket to the city's landscape. The weather serves as an invitation to engage in winter sports like ice fishing and sledding. Extended daylight hours are not expected, with the sun setting early and giving residents longer nights.

Temperature

January, with average temperatures reaching a high of 22.3°F (-5.4°C) and a low of 8.2°F (-13.2°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 89%, January is the most humid month in Dell Rapids.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall in Dell Rapids. Rain falls for 3.3 days and accumulates 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Dell Rapids, in January, during 10.1 snowfall days, 3.58" (91mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Dell Rapids, South Dakota, there are 45.6 snowfall days, and 19.49" (495mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 22min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:35 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Dell Rapids is January, with an average of 4h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 1 during January translates into the following guidance:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Dell Rapids?

With its average high temperature of 22.3°F (-5.4°C) and a low of 8.2°F (-13.2°C), January is regarded as the coldest month.

How cold is January in Dell Rapids?

Dell Rapids in January has an average high-temperature of 22.3°F (-5.4°C) and an average low-temperature of 8.2°F (-13.2°C).

What is the most humid month in Dell Rapids?

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 89%.

What is the average humidity in January in Dell Rapids?

In January, the average relative humidity is 89%.

What is the driest month in Dell Rapids?

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 3.3 days and accumulates 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Dell Rapids in January?

In January, the rain falls for 3.3 days. Throughout January, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Dell Rapids in January?

In Dell Rapids, in January, during 10.1 snowfall days, 3.58" (91mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January in Dell Rapids?

In January, the average day length in Dell Rapids is 9h and 22min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Dell Rapids?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, in Dell Rapids, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:35 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Dell Rapids?

The month with the least sunshine in Dell Rapids is January, with an average of 4h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Dell Rapids?

The average sunshine duration in January in Dell Rapids, South Dakota, is 4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Dell Rapids?

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

How high is the UV index in January in Dell Rapids?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Dell Rapids, South Dakota, is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Tomorrow
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YearJanuaryFMAMJJASOND
Dec
January
Feb
Average high temperature
26.4°F -3.1°C
22.3°F -5.4°C
25.9°F -3.4°C
Average low temperature
14.9°F -9.5°C
8.2°F -13.2°C
11.8°F -11.2°C
Average pressure
30.13" 765mmHg
30.16" 766mmHg
30.16" 766mmHg
Average wind speed
10.3mph 16.6km/h
10.6mph 17.1km/h
10.6mph 17.1km/h
Average max. wind speed
11mph 17.7km/h
11.2mph 18km/h
11.2mph 18km/h
Average wind speed gusts
16.9mph 27.2km/h
17.6mph 28.3km/h
16.9mph 27.2km/h
Average humidity
85%
89%
85%
Average rainfall
1.02" 26mm
0.63" 16mm
0.71" 18mm
Average rainfall days
3.5
3.3
2.8
Average snowfall
4.17" 106mm
3.58" 91mm
4.29" 109mm
Average snowfall days
10.3
10.1
8.2
Average daylight
9h 0min
9h 2min
10h 3min
Average sunshine
4h 2min
4h 0min
5h 0min
Average sunshine days
18.7
19.6
17.8
Average UV index
1
1
2
Average cloud cover
54%
57%
54%
Average visibility
6mi 9.7km
5mi 8km
6mi 9.7km

Average temperature in January
Dell Rapids, SD

Average temperature in January - Dell Rapids, SD
  • Average high temperature in January: 22.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 8.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.2°F).

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Average pressure in January
Dell Rapids, SD

Average pressure in January - Dell Rapids, 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 (29.86"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Dell Rapids, SD

Average wind speed in January - Dell Rapids, SD
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.2mph).

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Average humidity in January
Dell Rapids, SD

Average humidity in January - Dell Rapids, SD
  • Average humidity in January: 89%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

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Average rainfall in January
Dell Rapids, SD

Average rainfall in January - Dell Rapids, SD
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.63").

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Average rainfall days in January
Dell Rapids, SD

Average rainfall days in January - Dell Rapids, SD
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.8 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Dell Rapids, SD

Average snowfall in January - Dell Rapids, SD
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.58"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Dell Rapids, SD

Average snowfall days in January - Dell Rapids, SD
  • Average snowfall days in January: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (10.3 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
Dell Rapids, SD

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Dell Rapids, 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 0min

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 0min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Dell Rapids, SD

Average sunshine days in January - Dell Rapids, SD
  • Average sunshine days in January: 19.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.6 days).

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Average UV index in January
Dell Rapids, SD

Average UV index in January - Dell Rapids, 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 December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in January
Dell Rapids, SD

Average cloud cover in January - Dell Rapids, SD
  • Average cloud cover in January: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in January
Dell Rapids, SD

Average visibility in January - Dell Rapids, 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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