January weather forecast
Bonesteel, SD

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Bonesteel, South Dakota, with an average temperature ranging between min 13.6°F (-10.2°C) and max 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Temperature

January, known for its average high temperature of 27.3°F (-2.6°C) and an average low temperature of 13.6°F (-10.2°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

The most humid month in Bonesteel is January, with an average relative humidity of 84%.

Rainfall

In Bonesteel, during January, the rain falls for 2.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation. In Bonesteel, during the entire year, the rain falls for 104.1 days and collects up to 14.29" (363mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Bonesteel, South Dakota. The months with the most snowfall are January and March, with an average 1.93" (49mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Bonesteel is 9h and 26min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 5:46 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 4.7h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Bonesteel are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Bonesteel?

In Bonesteel, January is known for its average lowest temperatures, reaching a high of 27.3°F (-2.6°C) and a low of 13.6°F (-10.2°C).

How cold is January in Bonesteel?

The high-temperature, in January, in Bonesteel, records 27.3°F (-2.6°C), while the low-temperature is 13.6°F (-10.2°C).

What is the most humid month in Bonesteel?

With an average relative humidity of 84%, January is the most humid month in Bonesteel.

What is the average humidity in January in Bonesteel?

The average relative humidity in January is 84%.

How many days does it rain in January in Bonesteel?

In Bonesteel, in January, during 2.9 rainfall days, 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Bonesteel?

The months with the most snowfall in Bonesteel, South Dakota, are January and March, with an average 1.93" (49mm) of accumulated snow.

How much does it snow in Bonesteel in January?

In January, in Bonesteel, South Dakota, it is snowing for 8.2 days. Throughout January, 1.93" (49mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January in Bonesteel?

In Bonesteel, South Dakota, the average day length in January is 9h and 26min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Bonesteel?

On the first day of January in Bonesteel, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 5:46 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Bonesteel?

With an average of 4.7h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Bonesteel, South Dakota.

How long on average sun shines in January in Bonesteel?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 4.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Bonesteel?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Bonesteel.

What is the UV index reading in January in Bonesteel?

In Bonesteel, South Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Bonesteel, SD

Average temperature in January - Bonesteel, SD
  • Average high temperature in January: 27.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 13.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.6°F).

Average pressure in January
Bonesteel, SD

Average pressure in January - Bonesteel, 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
Bonesteel, SD

Average wind speed in January - Bonesteel, SD
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Bonesteel, SD

Average humidity in January - Bonesteel, 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 (62%).

Average rainfall in January
Bonesteel, SD

Average rainfall in January - Bonesteel, SD
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.31").

Average rainfall days in January
Bonesteel, SD

Average rainfall days in January - Bonesteel, SD
  • Average rainfall days in January: 2.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.9 days).

Average snowfall in January
Bonesteel, SD

Average snowfall in January - Bonesteel, SD
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.93"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and March (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Bonesteel, SD

Average snowfall days in January - Bonesteel, SD
  • Average snowfall days in January: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in January
Bonesteel, SD

Average sunshine days in January - Bonesteel, SD
  • Average sunshine days in January: 20.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Bonesteel, SD

Average UV index in January - Bonesteel, SD
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Bonesteel, SD

Average cloud cover in January - Bonesteel, SD
  • Average cloud cover in January: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in January
Bonesteel, SD

Average visibility in January - Bonesteel, 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).

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