January weather forecast
Madison, SD

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Weather in January

With the commencement of the year in Madison, South Dakota, a sharp coolness defines the month. The average high temperature hovers around a chilly 22.3°F (-5.4°C). The aftermath of the holiday season sees a high frequency of snow with snowfall occurring on 11.3 days. Though the number of daylight hours is low, frosty mornings provide a stunning vista against January's regular backdrop of snow. January's days and nights, defined by cold temperatures signify Madison's typical winter.

Temperature

January is the month that records the lowest temperatures in Madison, with averages ranging from a high of 22.3°F (-5.4°C) to a low of 8.1°F (-13.3°C).

Humidity

The most humid month in Madison is January, with an average relative humidity of 90%.

Rainfall

In January, in Madison, South Dakota, the rain falls for 1.6 days. Throughout January, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Madison, there are 111.2 rainfall days, and 21.14" (537mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In January, it is snowing for 11.3 days. Throughout January, 3.46" (88mm) of snow is accumulated. In Madison, during the entire year, snow falls for 49.4 days and aggregates up to 20.04" (509mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Madison, South Dakota, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 20min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:36 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 1 during January translates into the following directions:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Madison?

With its average high temperature of 22.3°F (-5.4°C) and a low of 8.1°F (-13.3°C), January is regarded as the coldest month in Madison.

How cold is January in Madison?

The high-temperature in Madison, South Dakota, during January is 22.3°F (-5.4°C) and the low-temperature is 8.1°F (-13.3°C).

What is the most humid month in Madison?

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 90%.

What is the average humidity in January in Madison?

In Madison, South Dakota, the average relative humidity in January is 90%.

How much does it rain in Madison in January?

In January, in Madison, the rain falls for 1.6 days. Throughout January, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Madison in January?

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

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

The average day length in January in Madison is 9h and 20min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Madison?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:36 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Madison?

With an average of 3.8h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Madison.

How many hours of sunshine does Madison have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January in Madison is 3.8h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in January in Madison?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Madison, SD

Average temperature in January - Madison, 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
Madison, SD

Average pressure in January - Madison, 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
Madison, SD

Average wind speed in January - Madison, 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
Madison, SD

Average humidity in January - Madison, 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
Madison, SD

Average rainfall in January - Madison, 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
Madison, SD

Average rainfall days in January - Madison, 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
Madison, SD

Average snowfall in January - Madison, 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
Madison, SD

Average snowfall days in January - Madison, 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
Madison, SD

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Madison, 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: 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
Madison, SD

Average sunshine days in January - Madison, 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
Madison, SD

Average UV index in January - Madison, 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
Madison, SD

Average cloud cover in January - Madison, 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
Madison, SD

Average visibility in January - Madison, 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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