January weather forecast
Elk Point, SD

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Elk Point, South Dakota, is a freezing cold winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 12.9°F (-10.6°C) and 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

Temperature

In Elk Point, the lowest average temperatures are observed in January, with a high of 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and a low of 12.9°F (-10.6°C).

Humidity

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 84%.

Rainfall

January, February and November are months with the least rain in Elk Point, South Dakota, when the rain falls for 3.6 days and typically aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Elk Point. In Elk Point, in January, snow falls for 9.9 days, with typically accumulated 2.64" (67mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 39.2 snowfall days, and 14.61" (371mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Elk Point, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 28min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:38 pm CST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.5h of sunshine.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is January, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 1 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Elk Point?

In Elk Point, January is the month with the lowest recorded average temperatures, measuring a high of 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and a low of 12.9°F (-10.6°C).

How cold is January in Elk Point?

In January, in Elk Point, the average high-temperature is 26.1°F (-3.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 12.9°F (-10.6°C).

What is the most humid month in Elk Point?

January is the most humid month in Elk Point, South Dakota, with an average relative humidity of 84%.

What is the average humidity in January in Elk Point?

The average relative humidity in January in Elk Point is 84%.

What is the driest month in Elk Point?

January, February and November are months with the least rain in Elk Point when the rain falls for 3.6 days and typically aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in Elk Point in January?

In January, the rain falls for 3.6 days. Throughout January, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Elk Point?

In Elk Point, South Dakota, in January, snow falls for 9.9 days, with typically accumulated 2.64" (67mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January in Elk Point?

The average day length in January in Elk Point is 9h and 28min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Elk Point?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, in Elk Point, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:38 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Elk Point?

The month with the least sunshine in Elk Point is January, with an average of 4.5h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Elk Point?

The average sunshine duration in January in Elk Point is 4.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Elk Point?

With an average maximum UV index of 1, January is the month with the lowest UV index in Elk Point, South Dakota.

What is the UV index reading in January in Elk Point?

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

Average temperature in January - Elk Point, SD
  • Average high temperature in January: 26.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 12.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.9°F).

Average pressure in January
Elk Point, SD

Average pressure in January - Elk Point, 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 (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Elk Point, SD

Average wind speed in January - Elk Point, SD
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.7mph).

Average humidity in January
Elk Point, SD

Average humidity in January - Elk Point, SD
  • Average humidity in January: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (65%).

Average rainfall in January
Elk Point, SD

Average rainfall in January - Elk Point, SD
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.39").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and November (0.63").

Average rainfall days in January
Elk Point, SD

Average rainfall days in January - Elk Point, SD
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Elk Point, SD

Average snowfall in January - Elk Point, SD
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.64"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Elk Point, SD

Average snowfall days in January - Elk Point, SD
  • Average snowfall days in January: 9.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Elk Point, SD

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Elk Point, SD
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Elk Point, SD

Average sunshine days in January - Elk Point, SD
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.5 days).

Average UV index in January
Elk Point, SD

Average UV index in January - Elk Point, SD
  • Average UV index in January: 1

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

Average cloud cover in January
Elk Point, SD

Average cloud cover in January - Elk Point, SD
  • Average cloud cover in January: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in January
Elk Point, SD

Average visibility in January - Elk Point, 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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