January weather forecast
Newell, SD

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Weather in January

Newell, South Dakota sees a chilly start to the year in January. The weather is recognized by the everpresent relative humidity of 77% and temperatures that can descend to 18.7°F (-7.4°C). Although the days are short, with just 9.3 hours of daylight, the winter sun manages to shine for 6 hours per day. Comparatively, the weather in January becomes cooler than in February, with lower temperatures and increased snowfall. These winter months are ideal for enjoying snowy activities, despite the cold.

Temperature

The shift into January finds Newell, South Dakota, at an average high-temperature of a still icy 32.4°F (0.2°C), closely comparable to December's conditions. Newell witnesses an average low-temperature of 18.7°F (-7.4°C) throughout the month of January.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 77%, January is the most humid month in Newell, South Dakota.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 6.5 days and accumulates 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Newell are January through May, September through December. In Newell, in January, during 11.4 snowfall days, 3.19" (81mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Newell, during the entire year, snow falls for 62.1 days and aggregates up to 36.26" (921mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Newell is 9h and 16min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:23 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:00 pm MST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in January suggests the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is January in Newell?

During January, Newell experiences an average high-temperature of 32.4°F (0.2°C) and a low-temperature of 18.7°F (-7.4°C).

What is the most humid month in Newell?

January is the most humid month in Newell, South Dakota, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the average humidity in January in Newell?

In January, the average relative humidity in Newell, South Dakota, is 77%.

What is the driest month in Newell?

January is the month with the least rainfall in Newell. Rain falls for 6.5 days and accumulates 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in Newell?

In Newell, in January, during 6.5 rainfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Newell in January?

In Newell, in January, during 11.4 snowfall days, 3.19" (81mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Newell have in January?

The average day length in January in Newell, South Dakota, is 9h and 16min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Newell?

On the first day of January in Newell, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:00 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Newell have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Newell is 6h.

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

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in January in Newell?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Newell, SD

Average temperature in January - Newell, SD
  • Average high temperature in January: 32.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (32.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 18.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (18°F).

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Average pressure in January
Newell, SD

Average pressure in January - Newell, SD
  • Average pressure in January: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Newell, SD

Average wind speed in January - Newell, SD
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.3mph).

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Average humidity in January
Newell, SD

Average humidity in January - Newell, SD
  • Average humidity in January: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (49%).

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Average rainfall in January
Newell, SD

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.52").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

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Average rainfall days in January
Newell, SD

Average rainfall days in January - Newell, SD
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (5.8 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Newell, SD

Average snowfall in January - Newell, SD
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.19"

The month with the highest snowfall is April (8.23").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Newell, SD

Average snowfall days in January - Newell, SD
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Newell, 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: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Newell, SD

Average sunshine days in January - Newell, SD
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.4 days).

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Average UV index in January
Newell, SD

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in January
Newell, SD

Average cloud cover in January - Newell, SD
  • Average cloud cover in January: 37

The months with the most cloud cover are February and April (Cloud cover 39).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 16).

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Average visibility in January
Newell, SD

Average visibility in January - Newell, 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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