January weather forecast
Sorum, SD

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Sorum, South Dakota, is another subzero cold winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 14.4°F (-9.8°C) and 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Temperature

January is the coldest month, exhibiting average temperatures of 27.3°F (-2.6°C) at the peak and 14.4°F (-9.8°C) at the base.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 82%, January is the most humid month in Sorum.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall are January and November Rain falls for 3.3 days and accumulates 0.51" (13mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Sorum. In January, in Sorum, South Dakota, it is snowing for 11.9 days. Throughout January, 2.87" (73mm) of snow is accumulated. In Sorum, during the entire year, snow falls for 62.2 days and aggregates up to 22.95" (583mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 11min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:18 pm. On the last day of January, in Sorum, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:56 pm MST.

Sunshine

January and February, with an average of 5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Sorum?

During the coldest month in Sorum, January, temperatures average a high of 27.3°F (-2.6°C) and a low of 14.4°F (-9.8°C).

How cold is January in Sorum?

In Sorum, 27.3°F (-2.6°C) is the average high-temperature and 14.4°F (-9.8°C) is the average low-temperature during January.

What is the most humid month in Sorum?

January is the most humid month in Sorum, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

What is the average humidity in January in Sorum?

In January, the average relative humidity in Sorum is 82%.

What is the driest month in Sorum?

The months with the least rainfall in Sorum, South Dakota, are January and November Rain falls for 3.3 days and accumulates 0.51" (13mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in January in Sorum?

In Sorum, South Dakota, in January, during 3.3 rainfall days, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Sorum in January?

In Sorum, South Dakota, in January, snow falls for 11.9 days, with typically accumulated 2.87" (73mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Sorum have in January?

In Sorum, South Dakota, the average day length in January is 9h and 11min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Sorum?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:56 pm MST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Sorum?

January and February, with an average of 5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Sorum.

How long on average sun shines in January in Sorum?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Sorum is 5h.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Sorum?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Sorum, SD

Average temperature in January - Sorum, SD
  • Average high temperature in January: 27.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 14.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.4°F).

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Average pressure in January
Sorum, SD

Average pressure in January - Sorum, 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 (29.84"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Sorum, SD

Average wind speed in January - Sorum, SD
  • Average wind speed in January: 11.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and October (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (9.8mph).

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Average humidity in January
Sorum, SD

Average humidity in January - Sorum, SD
  • Average humidity in January: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (47%).

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Average rainfall in January
Sorum, SD

Average rainfall in January - Sorum, SD
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.68").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (0.51").

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Average rainfall days in January
Sorum, SD

Average rainfall days in January - Sorum, SD
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.3 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Sorum, SD

Average snowfall in January - Sorum, SD
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.37").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Sorum, SD

Average snowfall days in January - Sorum, SD
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.3 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
Sorum, SD

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Sorum, SD
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Sorum, SD

Average sunshine days in January - Sorum, SD
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.6 days).

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Average UV index in January
Sorum, SD

Average UV index in January - Sorum, 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 February and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in January
Sorum, SD

Average cloud cover in January - Sorum, SD
  • Average cloud cover in January: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 18).

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Average visibility in January
Sorum, SD

Average visibility in January - Sorum, 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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