January weather forecast
Aurora, SD

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Aurora, South Dakota, with an average temperature ranging between max 20.7°F (-6.3°C) and min 7°F (-13.9°C).

Temperature

January proves to be the coldest month, recording an average maximum temperature of 20.7°F (-6.3°C) and a minimum temperature of 7°F (-13.9°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Aurora, South Dakota, in January, it is raining for 3.2 days, with typically 0.71" (18mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Aurora, there are 125.5 rainfall days, and 21.65" (550mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Aurora, South Dakota, during January, snow falls for 14.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.13" (105mm) of snow. In Aurora, during the entire year, snow falls for 61.5 days and aggregates up to 21.38" (543mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 19min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:34 pm CST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, January is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 1 in January transforms into 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 best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Jul 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

Aurora's temperature records reveal January as the coldest month, marked by average highs of 20.7°F (-6.3°C) and lows of 7°F (-13.9°C).

How cold is January?

January temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 20.7°F (-6.3°C) and a low-temperature of 7°F (-13.9°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in January?

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

How many days does it rain in January?

In Aurora, during January, the rain falls for 3.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in January?

In Aurora, in January, during 14.4 snowfall days, 4.13" (105mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Aurora have in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 19min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:34 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Aurora have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 3.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in January?

In Aurora, South Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in January
Aurora, SD

Average temperature in January - Aurora, SD
  • Average high temperature in January: 20.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7°F).

Average pressure in January
Aurora, SD

Average pressure in January - Aurora, 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 (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Aurora, SD

Average wind speed in January - Aurora, SD
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.4mph).

Average humidity in January
Aurora, SD

Average humidity in January - Aurora, 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 (68%).

Average rainfall in January
Aurora, SD

Average rainfall in January - Aurora, SD
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.67").

Average rainfall days in January
Aurora, SD

Average rainfall days in January - Aurora, SD
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.2 days).

Average snowfall in January
Aurora, SD

Average snowfall in January - Aurora, SD
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Aurora, SD

Average snowfall days in January - Aurora, SD
  • Average snowfall days in January: 14.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Aurora, SD

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Aurora, SD
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
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).

Average sunshine days in January
Aurora, SD

Average sunshine days in January - Aurora, SD
  • Average sunshine days in January: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Aurora, SD

Average UV index in January - Aurora, SD
  • Average UV index in January: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Aurora, SD

Average cloud cover in January - Aurora, SD
  • Average cloud cover in January: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in January
Aurora, SD

Average visibility in January - Aurora, 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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