January weather forecastMission Ridge, SD
January
Weather in January
January, the same as December, in Mission Ridge, South Dakota, is a freezing cold winter month, with an average temperature varying between 26.2°F (-3.2°C) and 12.6°F (-10.8°C).Temperature
January tends to be the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a daily high of 26.2°F (-3.2°C) and a low of 12.6°F (-10.8°C).Humidity
January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 85%.Rainfall
January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 2.7 days and accumulates 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Mission Ridge. In Mission Ridge, in January, snow falls for 9.8 days, with typically accumulated 1.97" (50mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 41.4 snowfall days, and 13.07" (332mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 16min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:13 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:49 pm MST.
Sunshine
The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 4.6h of sunshine.UV index
In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Mission Ridge, SD
- Average high temperature in January: 26.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.2°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 12.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.6°F).
Average pressure in January
Mission Ridge, 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
Mission Ridge, SD
- Average wind speed in January: 10.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are February and August (9.9mph).
Average humidity in January
Mission Ridge, SD
- Average humidity in January: 85%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (52%).
Average rainfall in January
Mission Ridge, SD
- Average rainfall in January: 0.35"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").
Average rainfall days in January
Mission Ridge, SD
- Average rainfall days in January: 2.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.4 days).
Average snowfall in January
Mission Ridge, SD
- Average snowfall in January: 1.97"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.66").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Mission Ridge, SD
- Average snowfall days in January: 9.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Mission Ridge, SD
- Average daylight in January: 9h and 18min
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: 4h and 36min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in January
Mission Ridge, SD
- Average sunshine days in January: 19.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.7 days).
Average UV index in January
Mission Ridge, SD
- Average UV index in January: 2
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in January
Mission Ridge, SD
- Average cloud cover in January: 50
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 19).
Average visibility in January
Mission Ridge, 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).
