January weather forecast
Draper, SD

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Draper, South Dakota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 26.2°F (-3.2°C) and 12.6°F (-10.8°C).

Temperature

Temperature records mark January as the coldest month, with highs averaging 26.2°F (-3.2°C) and lows at 12.6°F (-10.8°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 85%, January is the most humid month.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 2.7 days and accumulates 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Draper, South Dakota, during January, snow falls for 9.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of snow. In Draper, during the entire year, snow falls for 41.4 days and aggregates up to 13.07" (332mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 21min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:16 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 5:50 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 4.6h of sunshine.

UV index

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

Draper's coldest month, January, generally records average temperatures ranging from a high of 26.2°F (-3.2°C) to a low of 12.6°F (-10.8°C).

How cold is January?

In January, in Draper, the average high-temperature is 26.2°F (-3.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 12.6°F (-10.8°C).

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 85%.

What is the average humidity in January?

In Draper, South Dakota, the average relative humidity in January is 85%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 2.7 days and typically collects 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in January?

In Draper, during January, the rain falls for 2.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Draper in January?

In January, it is snowing for 9.8 days. Throughout January, 1.97" (50mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Draper have in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 21min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:16 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 5:50 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine in Draper is January, with an average of 4.6h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Draper have in January?

In Draper, the average sunshine duration in January is 4.6h.

How high is the UV index in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Draper is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average humidity
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
Draper, SD

Average temperature in January - Draper, SD
  • Average high temperature in January: 26.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 12.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.6°F).

Average pressure in January
Draper, SD

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

Average wind speed in January
Draper, SD

Average wind speed in January - Draper, SD
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are February and August (9.9mph).

Average humidity in January
Draper, SD

Average humidity in January - Draper, SD
  • Average humidity in January: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (52%).

Average rainfall in January
Draper, SD

Average rainfall in January - Draper, SD
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").

Average rainfall days in January
Draper, SD

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.4 days).

Average snowfall in January
Draper, SD

Average snowfall in January - Draper, SD
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.97"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.66").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Draper, SD

Average snowfall days in January - Draper, SD
  • Average snowfall days in January: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Draper, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Draper, SD

Average sunshine days in January - Draper, SD
  • Average sunshine days in January: 19.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.7 days).

Average UV index in January
Draper, SD

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Draper, SD

Average cloud cover in January - Draper, SD
  • Average cloud cover in January: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 19).

Average visibility in January
Draper, SD

Average visibility in January - Draper, 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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