January weather forecast
Lake Preston, SD

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Lake Preston, South Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average high of 22.3°F (-5.4°C) and an average low of 8.1°F (-13.3°C).

Temperature

January is the month when Lake Preston experiences its coldest temperatures, averaging a high of 22.3°F (-5.4°C) and a low of 8.1°F (-13.3°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 90%, January is the most humid month in Lake Preston.

Rainfall

In Lake Preston, in January, it is raining for 1.6 days, with typically 0.67" (17mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Lake Preston, South Dakota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 111.2 days and collects up to 21.14" (537mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Lake Preston. In Lake Preston, in January, during 11.3 snowfall days, 3.46" (88mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 49.4 snowfall days, and 20.04" (509mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Lake Preston, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 19min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of January, in Lake Preston, South Dakota, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:36 pm CST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 1 during January leads to these advisories:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Lake Preston?

January, marked by an average high-temperature of 22.3°F (-5.4°C) and a low-temperature of 8.1°F (-13.3°C), is the coldest month in Lake Preston, South Dakota.

How cold is it in Lake Preston in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Lake Preston, is 22.3°F (-5.4°C), while the low-temperature averages to 8.1°F (-13.3°C).

What is the most humid month in Lake Preston?

With an average relative humidity of 90%, January is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in January in Lake Preston?

The average relative humidity in January in Lake Preston is 90%.

How much does it rain in Lake Preston in January?

In Lake Preston, South Dakota, in January, it is raining for 1.6 days, with typically 0.67" (17mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Lake Preston in January?

In Lake Preston, during January, snow falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.46" (88mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Lake Preston have in January?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Lake Preston?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:36 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Lake Preston?

The month with the least sunshine in Lake Preston, South Dakota, is January, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Lake Preston?

The average sunshine duration in January in Lake Preston, South Dakota, is 3.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Lake Preston?

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

How high is the UV index in January in Lake Preston?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Lake Preston is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Lake Preston, SD

Average temperature in January - Lake Preston, SD
  • Average high temperature in January: 22.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 8.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.1°F).

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Average pressure in January
Lake Preston, SD

Average pressure in January - Lake Preston, 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
Lake Preston, SD

Average wind speed in January - Lake Preston, SD
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.6mph).

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Average humidity in January
Lake Preston, SD

Average humidity in January - Lake Preston, SD
  • Average humidity in January: 90%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

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Average rainfall in January
Lake Preston, SD

Average rainfall in January - Lake Preston, SD
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.59").

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Average rainfall days in January
Lake Preston, SD

Average rainfall days in January - Lake Preston, SD
  • Average rainfall days in January: 1.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.6 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Lake Preston, SD

Average snowfall in January - Lake Preston, SD
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Lake Preston, SD

Average snowfall days in January - Lake Preston, SD
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.3 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
Lake Preston, SD

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Lake Preston, 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: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Lake Preston, SD

Average sunshine days in January - Lake Preston, SD
  • Average sunshine days in January: 19.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.5 days).

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Average UV index in January
Lake Preston, SD

Average UV index in January - Lake Preston, 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
Lake Preston, SD

Average cloud cover in January - Lake Preston, SD
  • Average cloud cover in January: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in January
Lake Preston, SD

Average visibility in January - Lake Preston, 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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