January weather forecast
Dolton, SD

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Dolton, South Dakota, 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 coldest weather arrives in January, when temperatures average a high of 22.8°F (-5.1°C) and a low of 9.3°F (-12.6°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 88%, January is the most humid month in Dolton.

Rainfall

In Dolton, in January, during 2.9 rainfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Dolton, South Dakota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 118.3 days and collects up to 22.76" (578mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Dolton, during January, snow falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.31" (84mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Dolton, there are 45.4 snowfall days, and 19.33" (491mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Dolton, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 23min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:39 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Dolton are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, a daily maximum UV index of 1 leads to the following instructions:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Dolton?

Dolton notes the coldest temperatures in January, with a average high of 22.8°F (-5.1°C) and a low of 9.3°F (-12.6°C).

How cold is it in Dolton in January?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Dolton are 22.8°F (-5.1°C) and 9.3°F (-12.6°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month in Dolton?

With an average relative humidity of 88%, January is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in January in Dolton?

The average relative humidity in January in Dolton, South Dakota, is 88%.

How many days does it rain in January in Dolton?

In Dolton, during January, the rain falls for 2.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Dolton in January?

In Dolton, in January, during 10.8 snowfall days, 3.31" (84mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January in Dolton?

In Dolton, South Dakota, the average day length in January is 9h and 23min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Dolton?

On the first day of January in Dolton, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:39 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Dolton?

January has the least sunshine of the year in Dolton, with an average of 4h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Dolton?

In Dolton, South Dakota, the average sunshine duration in January is 4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Dolton?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January in Dolton?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Dolton, South Dakota, is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Dolton, SD

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).

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Average pressure in January
Dolton, SD

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).

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Average wind speed in January
Dolton, SD

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).

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Average humidity in January
Dolton, SD

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%).

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Average rainfall in January
Dolton, SD

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").

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Average rainfall days in January
Dolton, SD

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).

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Average snowfall in January
Dolton, SD

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").

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Average snowfall days in January
Dolton, SD

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).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Dolton, SD

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Dolton, 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
Dolton, SD

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).

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Average UV index in January
Dolton, SD

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).

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Average cloud cover in January
Dolton, SD

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).

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Average visibility in January
Dolton, SD

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).

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