January weather forecastPine Ridge, SD
January
Weather in January
January, like December, in Pine Ridge, South Dakota, is an icy winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32.5°F (0.3°C) and 18.1°F (-7.7°C).Temperature
On the advent of January, Pine Ridge's average high-temperature exhibits a minor adjustment to a still cold 32.5°F (0.3°C) from December's 32.4°F (0.2°C). Pine Ridge records an average low-temperature of 18.1°F (-7.7°C) throughout the month of January.Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 80%, January is the most humid month.Rainfall
The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 3.5 days and typically collects 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In Pine Ridge, during January, snow falls for 10.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of snow. In Pine Ridge, during the entire year, snow falls for 47.4 days and aggregates up to 22.72" (577mm) of snow.Daylight
In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 26min.On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:00 pm MST.
Sunshine
In January, the average sunshine is 5.6h.UV index
January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Pine Ridge, SD
- Average high temperature in January: 32.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (32.4°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 18.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.1°F).
Average pressure in January
Pine Ridge, SD
- Average pressure in January: 30.13"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).
Average wind speed in January
Pine Ridge, SD
- Average wind speed in January: 10.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.2mph).
Average humidity in January
Pine Ridge, SD
- Average humidity in January: 80%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (48%).
Average rainfall in January
Pine Ridge, SD
- Average rainfall in January: 0.55"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").
Average rainfall days in January
Pine Ridge, SD
- Average rainfall days in January: 3.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.1 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and December (2.5 days).
Average snowfall in January
Pine Ridge, SD
- Average snowfall in January: 2.87"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.02").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Pine Ridge, SD
- Average snowfall days in January: 10.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Pine Ridge, SD
- Average daylight in January: 9h and 24min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in January: 5h and 36min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in January
Pine Ridge, SD
- Average sunshine days in January: 18.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (22.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.2 days).
Average UV index in January
Pine 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 January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in January
Pine Ridge, SD
- Average cloud cover in January: 42
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 16).
Average visibility in January
Pine 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).
