January weather forecast
Firesteel, SD

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Firesteel, South Dakota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 9°F (-12.8°C) and 23°F (-5°C).

Temperature

With its high average temperature of 23°F (-5°C) and a low of 9°F (-12.8°C), January is regarded as the coldest month.

Humidity

January is the most humid month in Firesteel, with an average relative humidity of 87%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 2.3 days and typically collects 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Firesteel, in January, snow falls for 11.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.87" (73mm) of snow. In Firesteel, during the entire year, snow falls for 49.4 days and aggregates up to 19.09" (485mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 12min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:12 pm. On the last day of January, in Firesteel, South Dakota, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:49 pm MST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.1h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Firesteel.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Firesteel are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 1 in January transforms into the following instructions:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Firesteel?

In Firesteel, January is the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a high of 23°F (-5°C) and a low of 9°F (-12.8°C).

How cold is it in Firesteel in January?

January temperatures in Firesteel, South Dakota, vary between a high-temperature of 23°F (-5°C) and a low-temperature of 9°F (-12.8°C).

What is the most humid month in Firesteel?

With an average relative humidity of 87%, January is the most humid month in Firesteel, South Dakota.

What is the average humidity in January in Firesteel?

The average relative humidity in January is 87%.

What is the driest month in Firesteel?

The month with the least rainfall in Firesteel is January, when the rain falls for 2.3 days and typically collects 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in Firesteel?

In Firesteel, during January, the rain falls for 2.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Firesteel?

In Firesteel, South Dakota, during January, snow falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Firesteel have in January?

The average day length in January in Firesteel, South Dakota, is 9h and 12min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Firesteel?

On the first day of January in Firesteel, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:49 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Firesteel?

With an average of 4.1h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Firesteel, South Dakota.

How long on average sun shines in January in Firesteel?

In Firesteel, the average sunshine duration in January is 4.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in Firesteel?

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

How high is the UV index in January in Firesteel?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Firesteel, SD

Average temperature in January - Firesteel, SD
  • Average high temperature in January: 23°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9°F).

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Average pressure in January
Firesteel, SD

Average pressure in January - Firesteel, 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).

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Average wind speed in January
Firesteel, SD

Average wind speed in January - Firesteel, SD
  • Average wind speed in January: 10mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (9.4mph).

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Average humidity in January
Firesteel, SD

Average humidity in January - Firesteel, SD
  • Average humidity in January: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (52%).

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Average rainfall in January
Firesteel, SD

Average rainfall in January - Firesteel, SD
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.47"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.32").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

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Average rainfall days in January
Firesteel, SD

Average rainfall days in January - Firesteel, SD
  • Average rainfall days in January: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.3 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Firesteel, SD

Average snowfall in January - Firesteel, SD
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Firesteel, SD

Average snowfall days in January - Firesteel, SD
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 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
Firesteel, SD

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Firesteel, SD
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Firesteel, SD

Average sunshine days in January - Firesteel, SD
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.6 days).

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Average UV index in January
Firesteel, SD

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

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Average cloud cover in January
Firesteel, SD

Average cloud cover in January - Firesteel, SD
  • Average cloud cover in January: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 21).

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Average visibility in January
Firesteel, SD

Average visibility in January - Firesteel, 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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