January weather forecast
Fairview, SD

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Fairview, South Dakota, is a freezing cold winter month, with an average temperature varying between 10.6°F (-11.9°C) and 24.1°F (-4.4°C).

Temperature

The coldest time of the year is January, with temperatures averaging a high of 24.1°F (-4.4°C) and a low of 10.6°F (-11.9°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 87%, January is the most humid month in Fairview.

Rainfall

January, February and November are months with the least rain in Fairview when the rain falls for 3.3 days and typically aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Fairview are January through May, October through December. In Fairview, South Dakota, in January, snow falls for 9.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.91" (74mm) of snow. In Fairview, South Dakota, during the entire year, snow falls for 40.5 days and aggregates up to 16.77" (426mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Fairview is 9h and 25min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of January, in Fairview, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:36 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.1h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during January translates into the following directions:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Fairview?

January, characterized by an average high temperature of 24.1°F (-4.4°C) and a low temperature of 10.6°F (-11.9°C), is generally the coldest month in Fairview.

How cold is January in Fairview?

In January, in Fairview, the average high-temperature is 24.1°F (-4.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 10.6°F (-11.9°C).

What is the most humid month in Fairview?

The most humid month in Fairview, South Dakota, is January, with an average relative humidity of 87%.

What is the average humidity in January in Fairview?

The average relative humidity in January in Fairview is 87%.

What is the driest month in Fairview?

January, February and November are months with the least rain in Fairview when the rain falls for 3.3 days and typically aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in Fairview in January?

In Fairview, South Dakota, in January, during 3.3 rainfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Fairview in January?

In Fairview, during January, snow falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Fairview have in January?

In January, the average day length in Fairview is 9h and 25min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Fairview?

On the first day of January in Fairview, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:36 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Fairview?

With an average of 4.1h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in January in Fairview?

The average sunshine duration in January is 4.1h.

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

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in January in Fairview?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Fairview, SD

Average temperature in January - Fairview, SD
  • Average high temperature in January: 24.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 10.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.6°F).

Average pressure in January
Fairview, SD

Average pressure in January - Fairview, 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
Fairview, SD

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).

Average humidity in January
Fairview, SD

Average humidity in January - Fairview, SD
  • Average humidity in January: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (66%).

Average rainfall in January
Fairview, SD

Average rainfall in January - Fairview, SD
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.35").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and November (0.67").

Average rainfall days in January
Fairview, SD

Average rainfall days in January - Fairview, SD
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Fairview, SD

Average snowfall in January - Fairview, SD
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.91"

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

Average snowfall days in January
Fairview, SD

Average snowfall days in January - Fairview, SD
  • Average snowfall days in January: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (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
Fairview, SD

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

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 0min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 1min

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 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
Fairview, SD

Average sunshine days in January - Fairview, SD
  • Average sunshine days in January: 20.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.2 days).

Average UV index in January
Fairview, SD

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Fairview, SD

Average cloud cover in January - Fairview, 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 26).

Average visibility in January
Fairview, SD

Average visibility in January - Fairview, 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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