January weather forecastDolton, SD
January
Weather in January
January, the same as December, in Dolton, South Dakota, is a freezing cold winter month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 22.8°F (-5.1°C) and an average low of 9.3°F (-12.6°C).Temperature
Dolton's January weather, with an average high temperature of 22.8°F (-5.1°C) and an average low temperature of 9.3°F (-12.6°C), tends to be the coldest of the year.Humidity
The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 88%.Rainfall
In Dolton, in January, it is raining for 2.9 days, with typically 0.67" (17mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 118.3 rainfall days, and 22.76" (578mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Dolton, in January, snow falls for 10.8 days, with typically accumulated 3.31" (84mm) of snow. In Dolton, during the entire year, snow falls for 45.4 days and aggregates up to 19.33" (491mm) of snow.Daylight
In Dolton, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 23min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:39 pm CST.
Sunshine
The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 4h of sunshine.UV index
January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: A maximum UV index of 1 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Dolton, SD
- Average high temperature in January: 22.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.8°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 9.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.3°F).
Average pressure in January
Dolton, 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).
Average wind speed in January
Dolton, 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 (8.1mph).
Average humidity in January
Dolton, SD
- Average humidity in January: 88%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).
Average rainfall in January
Dolton, SD
- Average rainfall in January: 0.67"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.63").
Average rainfall days in January
Dolton, SD
- Average rainfall days in January: 2.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.6 days).
Average snowfall in January
Dolton, SD
- Average snowfall in January: 3.31"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Dolton, SD
- Average snowfall days in January: 10.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Dolton, SD
- Average daylight in January: 9h and 24min
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).
Average sunshine days in January
Dolton, SD
- Average sunshine days in January: 19.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.2 days).
Average UV index in January
Dolton, 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).
Average cloud cover in January
Dolton, 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).
Average visibility in January
Dolton, 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).
