January weather forecast
Timber Lake, SD

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Weather in January

Timber Lake kicks off the year blanketed in snow, with the frosty temperatures creating a winter wonderland. The weather conditions are typically harsh due to the cold temperatures with only 9 hours of daylight, limiting outdoor activities. The temperature can dip as low as 9°F (-12.8°C) and as high as 23°F (-5°C), creating an icy ambiance. The snowfall accentuates the raw beauty of South Dakota, transforming Timber Lake into a haven for winter sports enthusiasts. Brick-red sunsets up against the snow-kissed landscape becomes a common sight during this month.

Temperature

The coldest period in Timber Lake is January, when temperatures fluctuate between an average high of 23°F (-5°C) and a low of 9°F (-12.8°C).

Humidity

The most humid month in Timber Lake is January, with an average relative humidity of 87%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 2.3 days and typically collects 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Timber Lake, South Dakota, are January through May, October through December. In January, in Timber Lake, it is snowing for 11.8 days. Throughout January, 2.87" (73mm) of snow is accumulated. In Timber Lake, South Dakota, during the entire year, snow falls for 49.4 days and aggregates up to 19.09" (485mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Timber Lake, South Dakota, is 9h and 12min.
On the first day of January in Timber Lake, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:49 pm MST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.1h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

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 threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 1 in January leads to these 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. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Timber Lake?

January is the month that records the lowest temperatures in Timber Lake, South Dakota, with averages ranging from a high of 23°F (-5°C) to a low of 9°F (-12.8°C).

How cold is January in Timber Lake?

January temperatures in Timber Lake vary between a high-temperature of 23°F (-5°C) and a low-temperature of 9°F (-12.8°C).

What is the most humid month in Timber Lake?

With an average relative humidity of 87%, January is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in January in Timber Lake?

In January, the average relative humidity in Timber Lake, South Dakota, is 87%.

What is the driest month in Timber Lake?

January is the month with the least rainfall in Timber Lake. Rain falls for 2.3 days and accumulates 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in Timber Lake?

In Timber Lake, South Dakota, during January, the rain falls for 2.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Timber Lake in January?

In Timber Lake, South Dakota, during January, snow falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Timber Lake have in January?

In January, the average day length in Timber Lake is 9h and 12min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Timber Lake?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:11 pm. On the last day of the month, in Timber Lake, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:49 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Timber Lake?

January has the least sunshine of the year in Timber Lake, South Dakota, with an average of 4.1h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Timber Lake?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 4.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in Timber Lake?

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

What is the UV index reading in January in Timber Lake?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Timber Lake is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Timber Lake, SD

Average temperature in January - Timber Lake, SD
  • Average high temperature in January: 23°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 9°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 (9°F).

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Average pressure in January
Timber Lake, SD

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

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Average wind speed in January
Timber Lake, SD

Average wind speed in January - Timber Lake, SD
  • Average wind speed in January: 10mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (9.4mph).

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Average humidity in January
Timber Lake, SD

Average humidity in January - Timber Lake, SD
  • Average humidity in January: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (52%).

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Average rainfall in January
Timber Lake, SD

Average rainfall in January - Timber Lake, SD
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.47"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.32").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

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Average rainfall days in January
Timber Lake, SD

Average rainfall days in January - Timber Lake, SD
  • Average rainfall days in January: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.3 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Timber Lake, SD

Average snowfall in January - Timber Lake, SD
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Timber Lake, SD

Average snowfall days in January - Timber Lake, SD
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 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
Timber Lake, SD

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Timber Lake, 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: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Timber Lake, SD

Average sunshine days in January - Timber Lake, SD
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.6 days).

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Average UV index in January
Timber Lake, SD

Average UV index in January - Timber Lake, SD
  • Average UV index in January: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (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
Timber Lake, SD

Average cloud cover in January - Timber Lake, SD
  • Average cloud cover in January: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 21).

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Average visibility in January
Timber Lake, SD

Average visibility in January - Timber Lake, 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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