January weather forecast
Hartford, SD

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Hartford, South Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average high of 22.8°F (-5.1°C) and an average low of 9.3°F (-12.6°C).

Temperature

Temperature records mark January as the coldest month, with highs averaging 22.8°F (-5.1°C) and lows at 9.3°F (-12.6°C).

Humidity

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 88%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 2.9 days. Throughout January, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 118.3 rainfall days, and 22.76" (578mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Hartford, in January, during 10.8 snowfall days, 3.31" (84mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 45.4 snowfall days, and 19.33" (491mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Hartford, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 23min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:36 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: During January, 1 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Jul 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

In Hartford, January is known for its average lowest temperatures, reaching a high of 22.8°F (-5.1°C) and a low of 9.3°F (-12.6°C).

How cold is it in January?

In January, in Hartford, the average high-temperature is 22.8°F (-5.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 9.3°F (-12.6°C).

What is the most humid month?

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 88%.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 88%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Hartford, in January, during 2.9 rainfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Hartford, during January, snow falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.31" (84mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 23min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:36 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 4h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In Hartford, the average sunshine duration in January 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?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Hartford, SD

Average temperature in January - Hartford, SD
  • Average high temperature in January: 22.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 9.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.3°F).

Average pressure in January
Hartford, SD

Average pressure in January - Hartford, 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 (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Hartford, SD

Average wind speed in January - Hartford, 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 (8.1mph).

Average humidity in January
Hartford, SD

Average humidity in January - Hartford, SD
  • Average humidity in January: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

Average rainfall in January
Hartford, SD

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.63").

Average rainfall days in January
Hartford, SD

Average rainfall days in January - Hartford, SD
  • Average rainfall days in January: 2.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.6 days).

Average snowfall in January
Hartford, SD

Average snowfall in January - Hartford, SD
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Hartford, SD

Average snowfall days in January - Hartford, SD
  • Average snowfall days in January: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Hartford, 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
Hartford, SD

Average sunshine days in January - Hartford, SD
  • Average sunshine days in January: 19.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.2 days).

Average UV index in January
Hartford, SD

Average UV index in January - Hartford, 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
Hartford, SD

Average cloud cover in January - Hartford, 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
Hartford, SD

Average visibility in January - Hartford, 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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