January weather forecast
Dell Rapids, SD

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Weather in January

January in Dell Rapids, South Dakota is often characterized by its chilly conditions. It tends to be the coldest month of the year with the lowest average temperature resting at a frosty 8.2°F (-13.2°C). Snowfall is also a common occurrence during this month, lending a characteristic white blanket to the city's landscape. The weather serves as an invitation to engage in winter sports like ice fishing and sledding. Extended daylight hours are not expected, with the sun setting early and giving residents longer nights.

Temperature

The month of January sees the lowest average temperatures, reaching 22.3°F (-5.4°C) at the peak and 8.2°F (-13.2°C) at the low.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 3.3 days and accumulates 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Dell Rapids, during January, snow falls for 10.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.58" (91mm) of snow. In Dell Rapids, during the entire year, snow falls for 45.6 days and aggregates up to 19.49" (495mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Dell Rapids is 9h and 22min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:35 pm CST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4h of sunshine.

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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Jul 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

January is the month when Dell Rapids experiences its coldest temperatures, averaging a high of 22.3°F (-5.4°C) and a low of 8.2°F (-13.2°C).

How cold is it in January?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Dell Rapids, is 22.3°F (-5.4°C), while the average low-temperature is 8.2°F (-13.2°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 89%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 3.3 days and typically collects 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 3.3 days. Throughout January, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In Dell Rapids, during January, snow falls for 10.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.58" (91mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In Dell Rapids, the average day length in January is 9h and 22min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Dell Rapids?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:35 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 4h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 4h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Dell Rapids, SD

Average temperature in January - Dell Rapids, SD
  • Average high temperature in January: 22.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 8.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.2°F).

Average pressure in January
Dell Rapids, SD

Average pressure in January - Dell Rapids, 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
Dell Rapids, SD

Average wind speed in January - Dell Rapids, 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 (8.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Dell Rapids, SD

Average humidity in January - Dell Rapids, 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 (67%).

Average rainfall in January
Dell Rapids, SD

Average rainfall in January - Dell Rapids, SD
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.63").

Average rainfall days in January
Dell Rapids, SD

Average rainfall days in January - Dell Rapids, SD
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Dell Rapids, SD

Average snowfall in January - Dell Rapids, SD
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.58"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Dell Rapids, SD

Average snowfall days in January - Dell Rapids, SD
  • Average snowfall days in January: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (10.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Dell Rapids, SD

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Dell Rapids, 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
Dell Rapids, SD

Average sunshine days in January - Dell Rapids, SD
  • Average sunshine days in January: 19.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.6 days).

Average UV index in January
Dell Rapids, SD

Average UV index in January - Dell Rapids, 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
Dell Rapids, SD

Average cloud cover in January - Dell Rapids, 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
Dell Rapids, SD

Average visibility in January - Dell Rapids, 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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