January weather forecast
Baltic, SD

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Baltic, South Dakota, is another subzero cold winter month, with an average temperature ranging between max 22.3°F (-5.4°C) and min 8.2°F (-13.2°C).

Temperature

With average high and low temperatures of 22.3°F (-5.4°C) and 8.2°F (-13.2°C) respectively, January is Baltic's coldest month.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 89%, January is the most humid month.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 3.3 days and accumulates 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Baltic, during January, snow falls for 10.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.58" (91mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 45.6 snowfall days, and 19.49" (495mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 22min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:35 pm CST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4h of sunshine.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, a daily maximum UV index of 1 leads to the following instructions:
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. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Jul 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest?

Baltic records the coldest temperatures in January, averaging a high of 22.3°F (-5.4°C) and a low of 8.2°F (-13.2°C).

How cold is January?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during January are 22.3°F (-5.4°C) and 8.2°F (-13.2°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 89%, January is the most humid month in Baltic.

What is the average humidity in January?

In Baltic, the average relative humidity in January is 89%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 3.3 days and typically collects 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Baltic, in January, during 3.3 rainfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 10.1 days. Throughout January, 3.58" (91mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Baltic have in January?

In Baltic, the average day length in January is 9h and 22min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:35 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Baltic is 4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in January?

In Baltic, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Baltic, SD

Average temperature in January - Baltic, SD
  • Average high temperature in January: 22.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 8.2°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 (8.2°F).

Average pressure in January
Baltic, SD

Average pressure in January - Baltic, 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
Baltic, SD

Average wind speed in January - Baltic, SD
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Baltic, SD

Average humidity in January - Baltic, SD
  • Average humidity in January: 89%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

Average rainfall in January
Baltic, SD

Average rainfall in January - Baltic, SD
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.63").

Average rainfall days in January
Baltic, SD

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Baltic, SD

Average snowfall in January - Baltic, SD
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.58"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Baltic, SD

Average snowfall days in January - Baltic, SD
  • Average snowfall days in January: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (10.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in January
Baltic, SD

Average sunshine days in January - Baltic, SD
  • Average sunshine days in January: 19.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.6 days).

Average UV index in January
Baltic, SD

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

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

Average cloud cover in January
Baltic, SD

Average cloud cover in January - Baltic, SD
  • Average cloud cover in January: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in January
Baltic, SD

Average visibility in January - Baltic, 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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