January weather forecast
Estelline, SD

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Estelline, South Dakota, is a freezing cold winter month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 20.7°F (-6.3°C) and an average low of 7°F (-13.9°C).

Temperature

The month of January, characterized by an average high of 20.7°F (-6.3°C) and a low of 7°F (-13.9°C), is recognized as the coldest.

Humidity

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 90%.

Rainfall

In Estelline, in January, it is raining for 3.2 days, with typically 0.71" (18mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Estelline, during the entire year, the rain falls for 125.5 days and collects up to 21.65" (550mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Estelline. In Estelline, during January, snow falls for 14.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.13" (105mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 61.5 snowfall days, and 21.38" (543mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Estelline, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 17min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:34 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine.

UV index

January is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 1 transforms into these recommendations:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Updated: Jun 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

With average temperatures fluctuating between a high of 20.7°F (-6.3°C) and a low of 7°F (-13.9°C), January stands out as the coldest month.

How cold is January?

Estelline in January has an average high-temperature of 20.7°F (-6.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 7°F (-13.9°C).

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 90%.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 90%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In January, in Estelline, the rain falls for 3.2 days. Throughout January, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Estelline, in January, during 14.4 snowfall days, 4.13" (105mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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

The average day length in January in Estelline is 9h and 17min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:34 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In Estelline, the average sunshine duration in January is 3.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in January?

In Estelline, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Estelline, SD

Average temperature in January - Estelline, SD
  • Average high temperature in January: 20.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 7°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 (7°F).

Average pressure in January
Estelline, SD

Average pressure in January - Estelline, 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
Estelline, SD

Average wind speed in January - Estelline, SD
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.4mph).

Average humidity in January
Estelline, SD

Average humidity in January - Estelline, SD
  • Average humidity in January: 90%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in January
Estelline, SD

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.67").

Average rainfall days in January
Estelline, SD

Average rainfall days in January - Estelline, SD
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.2 days).

Average snowfall in January
Estelline, SD

Average snowfall in January - Estelline, SD
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Estelline, SD

Average snowfall days in January - Estelline, SD
  • Average snowfall days in January: 14.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Estelline, 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: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Estelline, SD

Average sunshine days in January - Estelline, SD
  • Average sunshine days in January: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Estelline, SD

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

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

Average cloud cover in January
Estelline, SD

Average cloud cover in January - Estelline, SD
  • Average cloud cover in January: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in January
Estelline, SD

Average visibility in January - Estelline, 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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