January weather forecastVermillion, SD
January
Weather in January
When comparing January to the other winter months, it stands out as the coldest, plus it's a period of increased snowfall in Vermillion, South Dakota. From the temperature highs of 26.8°F (-2.9°C) to lows of 12.9°F (-10.6°C), January weather exhibits an icy grip on the city. As snowfall invades the city with around 2.83" (72mm), residents should ensure their snow gear is at hand. Above the snow-blanketed city, expect to witness a noticeably cloud-dominated sky. Winter winds coincide with the chill, causing residents to bundle up to endure the conditions.Temperature
January is the coldest month, exhibiting average temperatures of 26.8°F (-2.9°C) at the peak and 12.9°F (-10.6°C) at the base.Humidity
January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 84%.Rainfall
January and February are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 2.8 days and typically aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of rain.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The months with the most snowfall are January and February, with an average 2.83" (72mm) 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 7:58 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:38 pm CST.
Sunshine
The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 4.5h of sunshine.UV index
January is the month with the lowest UV index in Vermillion, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests this advice:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Vermillion, SD
- Average high temperature in January: 26.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.8°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 12.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.9°F).
Average pressure in January
Vermillion, 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
Vermillion, SD
- Average wind speed in January: 10.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).
Average humidity in January
Vermillion, 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 (65%).
Average rainfall in January
Vermillion, SD
- Average rainfall in January: 0.63"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.35").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.63").
Average rainfall days in January
Vermillion, SD
- Average rainfall days in January: 2.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (2.8 days).
Average snowfall in January
Vermillion, SD
- Average snowfall in January: 2.83"
The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (2.83").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Vermillion, SD
- Average snowfall days in January: 6.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Vermillion, 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 30min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in January
Vermillion, SD
- Average sunshine days in January: 22.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).
Average UV index in January
Vermillion, SD
- Average UV index in January: 1
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in January
Vermillion, SD
- Average cloud cover in January: 51
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).
Average visibility in January
Vermillion, 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).
