January weather forecast
Bridgewater, SD

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Bridgewater, South Dakota, is another subzero cold winter month, with an average temperature ranging between max 22.8°F (-5.1°C) and min 9.3°F (-12.6°C).

Temperature

January, having an average high-temperature of 22.8°F (-5.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 9.3°F (-12.6°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 88%.

Rainfall

In Bridgewater, South Dakota, during January, the rain falls for 2.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 118.3 rainfall days, and 22.76" (578mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In January, it is snowing for 10.8 days. Throughout January, 3.31" (84mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 45.4 snowfall days, and 19.33" (491mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 23min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:39 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 rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 1 in January translates into the following recommendations:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

January, with its average high-temperature of 22.8°F (-5.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 9.3°F (-12.6°C), holds the record as the coldest month.

How cold is it in Bridgewater in January?

The high-temperature during January is 22.8°F (-5.1°C) and the low-temperature is 9.3°F (-12.6°C).

What is the most humid month?

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 88%.

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 88%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Bridgewater, in January, during 2.9 rainfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In Bridgewater, in January, during 10.8 snowfall days, 3.31" (84mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 23min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:39 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 4h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Bridgewater?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Bridgewater, SD

Average temperature in January - Bridgewater, SD
  • Average high temperature in January: 22.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 9.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.3°F).

Average pressure in January
Bridgewater, SD

Average pressure in January - Bridgewater, 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 (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Bridgewater, SD

Average wind speed in January - Bridgewater, 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 (8.1mph).

Average humidity in January
Bridgewater, SD

Average humidity in January - Bridgewater, SD
  • Average humidity in January: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

Average rainfall in January
Bridgewater, SD

Average rainfall in January - Bridgewater, SD
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.63").

Average rainfall days in January
Bridgewater, SD

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.6 days).

Average snowfall in January
Bridgewater, SD

Average snowfall in January - Bridgewater, SD
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Bridgewater, SD

Average snowfall days in January - Bridgewater, SD
  • Average snowfall days in January: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Bridgewater, 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
Bridgewater, SD

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.2 days).

Average UV index in January
Bridgewater, SD

Average UV index in January - Bridgewater, 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
Bridgewater, SD

Average cloud cover in January - Bridgewater, 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
Bridgewater, SD

Average visibility in January - Bridgewater, 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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