January weather forecast
Carthage, SD

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Carthage, South Dakota, is another subzero cold winter month, with an average temperature varying between 8.2°F (-13.2°C) and 23.2°F (-4.9°C).

Temperature

Carthage notes the coldest temperatures in January, with a high average of 23.2°F (-4.9°C) and a low of 8.2°F (-13.2°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall in Carthage is January, when the rain falls for 2.7 days and typically collects 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Carthage, in January, during 9.2 snowfall days, 3.11" (79mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 42.3 snowfall days, and 16.54" (420mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Carthage is 9h and 20min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of January, in Carthage, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:38 pm CST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.2h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Carthage are January and November, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in January converts into the following recommendations:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Carthage?

During the coldest month in Carthage, January, temperatures average a high of 23.2°F (-4.9°C) and a low of 8.2°F (-13.2°C).

How cold is January in Carthage?

In Carthage, in January, the average high-temperature is 23.2°F (-4.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 8.2°F (-13.2°C).

What is the most humid month in Carthage?

The most humid month in Carthage is January, with an average relative humidity of 88%.

What is the average humidity in January in Carthage?

The average relative humidity in January in Carthage is 88%.

What is the driest month in Carthage?

January is the month with the least rainfall in Carthage, South Dakota. Rain falls for 2.7 days and accumulates 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in Carthage?

In Carthage, in January, during 2.7 rainfall days, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Carthage in January?

In Carthage, in January, snow falls for 9.2 days, with typically accumulated 3.11" (79mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Carthage have in January?

The average day length in January in Carthage is 9h and 20min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Carthage?

On the first day of January in Carthage, South Dakota, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:38 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Carthage?

January has the least sunshine of the year in Carthage, South Dakota, with an average of 4.2h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Carthage?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Carthage is 4.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Carthage?

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

What is the UV index reading in January in Carthage?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Carthage, South Dakota, is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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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
Carthage, SD

Average temperature in January - Carthage, SD
  • Average high temperature in January: 23.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 8.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.2°F).

Average pressure in January
Carthage, SD

Average pressure in January - Carthage, 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 (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Carthage, SD

Average wind speed in January - Carthage, SD
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.6mph).

Average humidity in January
Carthage, SD

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (62%).

Average rainfall in January
Carthage, SD

Average rainfall in January - Carthage, SD
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in January
Carthage, SD

Average rainfall days in January - Carthage, SD
  • Average rainfall days in January: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Carthage, SD

Average snowfall in January - Carthage, SD
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.11"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.54").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Carthage, SD

Average snowfall days in January - Carthage, SD
  • Average snowfall days in January: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (9.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in January
Carthage, SD

Average sunshine days in January - Carthage, SD
  • Average sunshine days in January: 19.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Carthage, SD

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

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

Average cloud cover in January
Carthage, SD

Average cloud cover in January - Carthage, SD
  • Average cloud cover in January: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in January
Carthage, SD

Average visibility in January - Carthage, 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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