January weather forecast
Midland, SD

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Midland, South Dakota, is a freezing cold winter month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 16.7°F (-8.5°C) and an average high of 29.8°F (-1.2°C).

Temperature

January is the coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 29.8°F (-1.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 16.7°F (-8.5°C).

Humidity

January is the most humid month in Midland, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 2.8 days and accumulates 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Midland, in January, during 8.4 snowfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Midland, there are 38.8 snowfall days, and 16.1" (409mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 20min.
On the first day of January in Midland, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:52 pm MST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Midland are January and February, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Midland?

Midland's coldest temperatures are experienced in January, with average high temperatures of 29.8°F (-1.2°C) and lows of 16.7°F (-8.5°C).

How cold is it in Midland in January?

During January, Midland experiences an average high-temperature of 29.8°F (-1.2°C) and a low-temperature of 16.7°F (-8.5°C).

What is the most humid month in Midland?

With an average relative humidity of 81%, January is the most humid month in Midland, South Dakota.

What is the average humidity in January in Midland?

In Midland, the average relative humidity in January is 81%.

What is the driest month in Midland?

The month with the least rainfall in Midland, South Dakota, is January, when the rain falls for 2.8 days and typically collects 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in Midland?

In Midland, in January, it is raining for 2.8 days, with typically 0.39" (10mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Midland?

In January, it is snowing for 8.4 days. Throughout January, 2.09" (53mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Midland have in January?

In January, the average day length in Midland is 9h and 20min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Midland?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:16 pm. On the last day of the month, in Midland, South Dakota, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:52 pm MST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Midland?

The months with the least sunshine in Midland, South Dakota, are January and February, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Midland have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 5.2h.

How high is the UV index in January in Midland?

In Midland, South Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Today
Tomorrow
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YearJanuaryFMAMJJASOND
Dec
January
Feb
Average high temperature
30.7°F -0.7°C
29.8°F -1.2°C
32.9°F 0.5°C
Average low temperature
18°F -7.8°C
16.7°F -8.5°C
18.5°F -7.5°C
Average pressure
30.13" 765mmHg
30.15" 766mmHg
30.14" 766mmHg
Average wind speed
10.3mph 16.6km/h
10.4mph 16.7km/h
10.1mph 16.3km/h
Average max. wind speed
10.9mph 17.5km/h
11.2mph 18km/h
10.7mph 17.2km/h
Average wind speed gusts
18mph 29km/h
18.2mph 29.3km/h
16.3mph 26.2km/h
Average humidity
79%
81%
75%
Average rainfall
0.71" 18mm
0.39" 10mm
0.55" 14mm
Average rainfall days
2.7
2.8
2.6
Average snowfall
2.95" 75mm
2.09" 53mm
3.15" 80mm
Average snowfall days
6.9
8.4
8.9
Average daylight
8h 5min
9h 2min
10h 3min
Average sunshine
5h 2min
5h 1min
5h 1min
Average sunshine days
21.1
20.6
17.5
Average UV index
1
2
2
Average cloud cover
44%
46%
45%
Average visibility
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km

Average temperature in January
Midland, SD

Average temperature in January - Midland, SD
  • Average high temperature in January: 29.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 16.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.7°F).

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Average pressure in January
Midland, SD

Average pressure in January - Midland, SD
  • Average pressure in January: 30.15"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Midland, SD

Average wind speed in January - Midland, SD
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (10.1mph).

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Average humidity in January
Midland, SD

Average humidity in January - Midland, SD
  • Average humidity in January: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (47%).

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Average rainfall in January
Midland, SD

Average rainfall in January - Midland, SD
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.39").

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Average rainfall days in January
Midland, SD

Average rainfall days in January - Midland, SD
  • Average rainfall days in January: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.6 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Midland, SD

Average snowfall in January - Midland, SD
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.09"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Midland, SD

Average snowfall days in January - Midland, SD
  • Average snowfall days in January: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.9 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
Midland, SD

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Midland, 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: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Midland, SD

Average sunshine days in January - Midland, SD
  • Average sunshine days in January: 20.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.1 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are April and June (14.1 days).

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Average UV index in January
Midland, SD

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in January
Midland, SD

Average cloud cover in January - Midland, SD
  • Average cloud cover in January: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 18).

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Average visibility in January
Midland, SD

Average visibility in January - Midland, 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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