January weather forecast
Elm Springs, SD

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is an icy winter month in Elm Springs, South Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average low of 18°F (-7.8°C) and an average high of 32.7°F (0.4°C).

Temperature

January notes an average high-temperature of a still icy 32.7°F (0.4°C), subtly differing from December's 32.5°F (0.3°C). Throughout the January nights, Elm Springs encounters a low-temperature of 18°F (-7.8°C).

Humidity

January is the most humid month in Elm Springs, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall in Elm Springs is January, when the rain falls for 5.3 days and typically collects 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In January, in Elm Springs, it is snowing for 9.4 days. Throughout January, 2.4" (61mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 50.4 snowfall days, and 24.41" (620mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 19min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of January, in Elm Springs, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:57 pm MST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January in Elm Springs is 6.2h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is January in Elm Springs?

The high-temperature in Elm Springs during January is 32.7°F (0.4°C) and the low-temperature is 18°F (-7.8°C).

What is the most humid month in Elm Springs?

With an average relative humidity of 77%, January is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in January in Elm Springs?

In Elm Springs, South Dakota, the average relative humidity in January is 77%.

What is the driest month in Elm Springs?

The month with the least rainfall in Elm Springs is January, when the rain falls for 5.3 days and typically collects 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in Elm Springs?

In Elm Springs, South Dakota, during January, the rain falls for 5.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Elm Springs in January?

In Elm Springs, in January, during 9.4 snowfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January in Elm Springs?

In January, the average day length in Elm Springs is 9h and 19min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Elm Springs?

On the first day of January in Elm Springs, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:57 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Elm Springs have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January in Elm Springs is 6.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Elm Springs?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Elm Springs, South Dakota.

How high is the UV index in January in Elm Springs?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Elm Springs, South Dakota, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Elm Springs, SD

Average temperature in January - Elm Springs, SD
  • Average high temperature in January: 32.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 18°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (17.8°F).

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Average pressure in January
Elm Springs, SD

Average pressure in January - Elm Springs, SD
  • Average pressure in January: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Elm Springs, SD

Average wind speed in January - Elm Springs, SD
  • Average wind speed in January: 9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.2mph).

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Average humidity in January
Elm Springs, SD

Average humidity in January - Elm Springs, SD
  • Average humidity in January: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (50%).

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Average rainfall in January
Elm Springs, SD

Average rainfall in January - Elm Springs, SD
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

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Average rainfall days in January
Elm Springs, SD

Average rainfall days in January - Elm Springs, SD
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (4.8 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Elm Springs, SD

Average snowfall in January - Elm Springs, SD
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.4"

The month with the highest snowfall is April (5.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Elm Springs, SD

Average snowfall days in January - Elm Springs, SD
  • Average snowfall days in January: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Elm Springs, SD

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Elm Springs, SD
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 2min

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: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Elm Springs, SD

Average sunshine days in January - Elm Springs, SD
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).

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Average UV index in January
Elm Springs, SD

Average UV index in January - Elm Springs, SD
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in January
Elm Springs, SD

Average cloud cover in January - Elm Springs, SD
  • Average cloud cover in January: 36

The months with the most cloud cover are February and April (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 16).

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Average visibility in January
Elm Springs, SD

Average visibility in January - Elm Springs, 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).

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