January weather forecast
Rutland, SD

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Rutland, South Dakota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 22.3°F (-5.4°C) and 8.1°F (-13.3°C).

Temperature

The coldest period is January, when temperatures fluctuate between an average high of 22.3°F (-5.4°C) and a low of 8.1°F (-13.3°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 90%, January is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In January, in Rutland, South Dakota, the rain falls for 1.6 days. Throughout January, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Rutland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 111.2 days and collects up to 21.14" (537mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Rutland. In Rutland, in January, during 11.3 snowfall days, 3.46" (88mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Rutland, there are 49.4 snowfall days, and 20.04" (509mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Rutland, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 20min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:35 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 1 in January leads to these guidelines:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Rutland?

January, with an average high of 22.3°F (-5.4°C) and a low of 8.1°F (-13.3°C), signifies the coldest month of the year.

How cold is January in Rutland?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Rutland, South Dakota, are 22.3°F (-5.4°C) and 8.1°F (-13.3°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month in Rutland?

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

What is the average humidity in January in Rutland?

In Rutland, the average relative humidity in January is 90%.

How many days does it rain in January in Rutland?

In Rutland, South Dakota, in January, during 1.6 rainfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Rutland in January?

In Rutland, in January, snow falls for 11.3 days, with typically accumulated 3.46" (88mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Rutland have in January?

In January, the average day length in Rutland, South Dakota, is 9h and 20min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Rutland?

On the first day of January in Rutland, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:35 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Rutland?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Rutland have in January?

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

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Rutland?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January in Rutland?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Rutland, South Dakota, is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Rutland, SD

Average temperature in January - Rutland, 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
Rutland, SD

Average pressure in January - Rutland, 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
Rutland, SD

Average wind speed in January - Rutland, 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
Rutland, SD

Average humidity in January - Rutland, 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
Rutland, SD

Average rainfall in January - Rutland, 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
Rutland, SD

Average rainfall days in January - Rutland, 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
Rutland, SD

Average snowfall in January - Rutland, 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
Rutland, SD

Average snowfall days in January - Rutland, 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
Rutland, SD

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

Average sunshine days in January - Rutland, 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
Rutland, SD

Average UV index in January - Rutland, 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
Rutland, SD

Average cloud cover in January - Rutland, 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
Rutland, SD

Average visibility in January - Rutland, 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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