January weather forecast
Kennebec, SD

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Kennebec, South Dakota, is another subzero cold winter month, with an average temperature varying between 12.6°F (-10.8°C) and 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

Temperature

January is the month that records the lowest temperatures, with averages ranging from a high of 26.1°F (-3.3°C) to a low of 12.6°F (-10.8°C).

Humidity

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 86%.

Rainfall

In Kennebec, in January, during 4.8 rainfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 107.6 rainfall days, and 17.83" (453mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Kennebec. In Kennebec, in January, snow falls for 11.7 days, with typically accumulated 3.35" (85mm) of snow. In Kennebec, during the entire year, snow falls for 50.9 days and aggregates up to 17.87" (454mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 21min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:13 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 5:47 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 4.7h of sunshine.

UV index

In Kennebec, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in January converts into the following recommendations:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 19, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest?

In Kennebec, January records the average lowest temperatures, peaking at 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and reaching a low of 12.6°F (-10.8°C).

How cold is January in Kennebec?

In January, in Kennebec, the average high-temperature is 26.1°F (-3.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 12.6°F (-10.8°C).

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 86%.

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity in Kennebec is 86%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Kennebec, in January, it is raining for 4.8 days, with typically 0.59" (15mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Kennebec, in January, snow falls for 11.7 days, with typically accumulated 3.35" (85mm) of snow.

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

The average day length in January is 9h and 21min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:13 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 5:47 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 4.7h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Kennebec have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 4.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Kennebec, SD

Average temperature in January - Kennebec, SD
  • Average high temperature in January: 26.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 12.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.6°F).

Average pressure in January
Kennebec, SD

Average pressure in January - Kennebec, SD
  • Average pressure in January: 30.16"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Kennebec, SD

Average wind speed in January - Kennebec, SD
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.1mph).

Average humidity in January
Kennebec, SD

Average humidity in January - Kennebec, SD
  • Average humidity in January: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (58%).

Average rainfall in January
Kennebec, SD

Average rainfall in January - Kennebec, SD
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.55").

Average rainfall days in January
Kennebec, SD

Average rainfall days in January - Kennebec, SD
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Kennebec, SD

Average snowfall in January - Kennebec, SD
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.66").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Kennebec, SD

Average snowfall days in January - Kennebec, SD
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.7 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (11.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Kennebec, 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 4min

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 42min).

Average sunshine days in January
Kennebec, SD

Average sunshine days in January - Kennebec, SD
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Kennebec, SD

Average UV index in January - Kennebec, SD
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is February (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Kennebec, SD

Average cloud cover in January - Kennebec, SD
  • Average cloud cover in January: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in January
Kennebec, SD

Average visibility in January - Kennebec, 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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