January weather forecast
Highmore, SD

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Highmore, South Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average low of 9.1°F (-12.7°C) and an average high of 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

Temperature

January, having an average high-temperature of 23.4°F (-4.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 9.1°F (-12.7°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 2.4 days and typically collects 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Highmore. In January, in Highmore, it is snowing for 10.1 days. Throughout January, 2.68" (68mm) of snow is accumulated. In Highmore, South Dakota, during the entire year, snow falls for 47.1 days and aggregates up to 16.06" (408mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Highmore, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 17min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:14 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of January, in Highmore, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 5:44 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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 Highmore?

Highmore, South Dakota, witnesses the coldest weather in January, with temperatures averaging a high of 23.4°F (-4.8°C) and a low of 9.1°F (-12.7°C).

How cold is it in Highmore in January?

The high-temperature during January is 23.4°F (-4.8°C) and the low-temperature is 9.1°F (-12.7°C).

What is the most humid month in Highmore?

With an average relative humidity of 88%, January is the most humid month in Highmore, South Dakota.

What is the average humidity in January in Highmore?

The average relative humidity in January in Highmore, South Dakota, is 88%.

What is the driest month in Highmore?

January is the month with the least rainfall in Highmore, South Dakota. Rain falls for 2.4 days and accumulates 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in Highmore?

In Highmore, South Dakota, in January, it is raining for 2.4 days, with typically 0.43" (11mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Highmore?

In Highmore, South Dakota, in January, snow falls for 10.1 days, with typically accumulated 2.68" (68mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Highmore have in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 17min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Highmore?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:14 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, in Highmore, South Dakota, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 5:44 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Highmore?

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 Highmore?

In Highmore, the average sunshine duration in January is 4.1h.

How high is the UV index in January in Highmore?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Highmore is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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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
Highmore, SD

Average temperature in January - Highmore, SD
  • Average high temperature in January: 23.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 9.1°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 (9.1°F).

Average pressure in January
Highmore, SD

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

Average wind speed in January
Highmore, SD

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.9mph).

Average humidity in January
Highmore, SD

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (60%).

Average rainfall in January
Highmore, SD

Average rainfall in January - Highmore, SD
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

Average rainfall days in January
Highmore, SD

Average rainfall days in January - Highmore, SD
  • Average rainfall days in January: 2.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Highmore, SD

Average snowfall in January - Highmore, SD
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.68"

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

Average snowfall days in January
Highmore, SD

Average snowfall days in January - Highmore, SD
  • Average snowfall days in January: 10.1 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (10.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Highmore, 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: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
Highmore, SD

Average sunshine days in January - Highmore, SD
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.4 days).

Average UV index in January
Highmore, SD

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

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

Average cloud cover in January
Highmore, SD

Average cloud cover in January - Highmore, SD
  • Average cloud cover in January: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in January
Highmore, SD

Average visibility in January - Highmore, 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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