January weather forecast
Big Stone City, SD

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Big Stone City, South Dakota, is another subzero cold winter month, with an average temperature ranging between max 19.6°F (-6.9°C) and min 5.5°F (-14.7°C).

Temperature

January is the coldest month, with the temperature often reaching an average high of 19.6°F (-6.9°C) and an average low of 5.5°F (-14.7°C).

Humidity

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 89%.

Rainfall

In Big Stone City, in January, during 2.8 rainfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Big Stone City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 106.9 days and collects up to 19.84" (504mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In January, it is snowing for 12.2 days. Throughout January, 3.78" (96mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 53.5 snowfall days, and 20.31" (516mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 13min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:30 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 3.7h 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during January leads to these 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. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jun 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

With an average high-temperature of 19.6°F (-6.9°C) and an average low-temperature of 5.5°F (-14.7°C), January is the coldest month.

How cold is January?

During January, Big Stone City experiences an average high-temperature of 19.6°F (-6.9°C) and a low-temperature of 5.5°F (-14.7°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 89%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Big Stone City, in January, it is raining for 2.8 days, with typically 0.63" (16mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Big Stone City, in January, during 12.2 snowfall days, 3.78" (96mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In Big Stone City, the average day length in January is 9h and 13min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Big Stone City?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:30 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.7h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 3.7h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index in Big Stone City are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in January?

In Big Stone City, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Big Stone City, SD

Average temperature in January - Big Stone City, SD
  • Average high temperature in January: 19.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 5.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.5°F).

Average pressure in January
Big Stone City, SD

Average pressure in January - Big Stone City, 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
Big Stone City, SD

Average wind speed in January - Big Stone City, SD
  • Average wind speed in January: 10mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).

Average humidity in January
Big Stone City, SD

Average humidity in January - Big Stone City, 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 (66%).

Average rainfall in January
Big Stone City, SD

Average rainfall in January - Big Stone City, SD
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.55").

Average rainfall days in January
Big Stone City, SD

Average rainfall days in January - Big Stone City, SD
  • Average rainfall days in January: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Big Stone City, SD

Average snowfall in January - Big Stone City, SD
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.78"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Big Stone City, SD

Average snowfall days in January - Big Stone City, SD
  • Average snowfall days in January: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Big Stone City, SD

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Big Stone City, 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: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in January
Big Stone City, SD

Average sunshine days in January - Big Stone City, SD
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.8 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.4 days).

Average UV index in January
Big Stone City, SD

Average UV index in January - Big Stone City, 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
Big Stone City, SD

Average cloud cover in January - Big Stone City, 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 25).

Average visibility in January
Big Stone City, SD

Average visibility in January - Big Stone City, 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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