January weather forecastSpringfield, SD
January
Weather in January
Springfield, South Dakota, in January is icy and almost constantly under clouds, painted in a classic tableau of winter. Characterized by the lowest daily average temperatures of a frigid 13.6°F (-10.2°C) to 27.3°F (-2.6°C), January is the coldest month. Skies remain primarily gloomy throughout the month, contributing to the chilly aura. Measurable snowfall at predictable intervals often creates picture-perfect snowscapes. As spring beckons, the city anticipates a subtle surge in temperatures and a noticeable dwindling in snowfalls.Temperature
January is the coldest month, exhibiting average temperatures of 27.3°F (-2.6°C) at the peak and 13.6°F (-10.2°C) at the base.Humidity
January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 84%.Rainfall
In January, the rain falls for 2.9 days. Throughout January, 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Springfield, during the entire year, the rain falls for 104.1 days and collects up to 14.29" (363mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. The months with the most snowfall are January and March, with an average 1.93" (49mm) of accumulated snow.Daylight
In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 28min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:42 pm CST.
Sunshine
The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 4.7h of sunshine.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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during January translates into these guidelines:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Springfield, SD
- Average high temperature in January: 27.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.3°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 13.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.6°F).
Average pressure in January
Springfield, 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 (29.85"Hg).
Average wind speed in January
Springfield, SD
- Average wind speed in January: 10.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.3mph).
Average humidity in January
Springfield, SD
- Average humidity in January: 84%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (62%).
Average rainfall in January
Springfield, SD
- Average rainfall in January: 0.39"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.31").
Average rainfall days in January
Springfield, SD
- Average rainfall days in January: 2.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.9 days).
Average snowfall in January
Springfield, SD
- Average snowfall in January: 1.93"
The months with the highest snowfall are January and March (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Springfield, SD
- Average snowfall days in January: 8.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Springfield, SD
- Average daylight in January: 9h and 30min
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: 4h and 42min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in January
Springfield, SD
- Average sunshine days in January: 20.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).
Average UV index in January
Springfield, 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).
Average cloud cover in January
Springfield, SD
- Average cloud cover in January: 49
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 23).
Average visibility in January
Springfield, 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).
