January weather forecast
Butler, SD

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Butler, South Dakota, is another subzero cold winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 18.9°F (-7.3°C) and 5°F (-15°C).

Temperature

Butler's temperature records reveal January as the coldest month, marked by average highs of 18.9°F (-7.3°C) and lows of 5°F (-15°C).

Humidity

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 91%.

Rainfall

In Butler, in January, it is raining for 2.5 days, with typically 0.71" (18mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 112.9 rainfall days, and 22.09" (561mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Butler. In Butler, South Dakota, during January, snow falls for 15.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.45" (113mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 68.4 snowfall days, and 23.74" (603mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Butler is 9h and 13min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 5:35 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 3.2h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Butler.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, the UV index of 1 transforms into the following advice:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Butler?

In Butler, January is known for its average lowest temperatures, reaching a high of 18.9°F (-7.3°C) and a low of 5°F (-15°C).

How cold is January in Butler?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Butler, is 18.9°F (-7.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 5°F (-15°C).

What is the most humid month in Butler?

With an average relative humidity of 91%, January is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in January in Butler?

The average relative humidity in January in Butler is 91%.

How many days does it rain in January in Butler?

In Butler, South Dakota, during January, the rain falls for 2.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Butler in January?

In Butler, South Dakota, during January, snow falls for 15.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.45" (113mm) of snow.

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

In January, the average day length in Butler is 9h and 13min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Butler?

On the first day of January in Butler, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 5:35 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Butler?

With an average of 3.2h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Butler.

How many hours of sunshine does Butler have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January in Butler is 3.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Butler?

The months with the lowest UV index in Butler, South Dakota, are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Butler?

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 the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Butler, SD

Average temperature in January - Butler, SD
  • Average high temperature in January: 18.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5°F).

Average pressure in January
Butler, SD

Average pressure in January - Butler, SD
  • Average pressure in January: 30.16"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Butler, SD

Average wind speed in January - Butler, SD
  • Average wind speed in January: 11mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.7mph).

Average humidity in January
Butler, SD

Average humidity in January - Butler, SD
  • Average humidity in January: 91%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (66%).

Average rainfall in January
Butler, SD

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.63").

Average rainfall days in January
Butler, SD

Average rainfall days in January - Butler, SD
  • Average rainfall days in January: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Butler, SD

Average snowfall in January - Butler, SD
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.45"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Butler, SD

Average snowfall days in January - Butler, SD
  • Average snowfall days in January: 15.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Butler, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in January
Butler, SD

Average sunshine days in January - Butler, SD
  • Average sunshine days in January: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.4 days).

Average UV index in January
Butler, SD

Average UV index in January - Butler, 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, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Butler, SD

Average cloud cover in January - Butler, SD
  • Average cloud cover in January: 66

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in January
Butler, SD

Average visibility in January - Butler, SD
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (5mi).

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