January weather forecast
Hitchcock, SD

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Hitchcock, South Dakota, is another subzero cold winter month, with an average temperature varying between 22.5°F (-5.3°C) and 7.9°F (-13.4°C).

Temperature

In Hitchcock, January is the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a high of 22.5°F (-5.3°C) and a low of 7.9°F (-13.4°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 2.5 days and typically collects 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Hitchcock. In Hitchcock, in January, snow falls for 9.8 days, with typically accumulated 3.31" (84mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 43.7 snowfall days, and 18.66" (474mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Hitchcock, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 17min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:40 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January and February, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 1 during January leads to these advisories:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Updated: Jun 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

January brings the lowest temperatures, with an average high of 22.5°F (-5.3°C) and an average low of 7.9°F (-13.4°C).

How cold is January?

During January, Hitchcock experiences an average high-temperature of 22.5°F (-5.3°C) and a low-temperature of 7.9°F (-13.4°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 88%.

What is the driest month?

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 2.5 days and accumulates 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in January?

In Hitchcock, in January, it is raining for 2.5 days, with typically 0.51" (13mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 9.8 days. Throughout January, 3.31" (84mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Hitchcock?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:40 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine in Hitchcock is January, with an average of 4.1h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Hitchcock have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 4.1h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January and February, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Hitchcock, SD

Average temperature in January - Hitchcock, SD
  • Average high temperature in January: 22.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 7.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.9°F).

Average pressure in January
Hitchcock, SD

Average pressure in January - Hitchcock, 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
Hitchcock, SD

Average wind speed in January - Hitchcock, SD
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.5mph).

Average humidity in January
Hitchcock, SD

Average humidity in January - Hitchcock, 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
Hitchcock, SD

Average rainfall in January - Hitchcock, SD
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.51").

Average rainfall days in January
Hitchcock, SD

Average rainfall days in January - Hitchcock, SD
  • Average rainfall days in January: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).

Average snowfall in January
Hitchcock, SD

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Hitchcock, SD

Average snowfall days in January - Hitchcock, SD
  • Average snowfall days in January: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Hitchcock, 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 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
Hitchcock, SD

Average sunshine days in January - Hitchcock, SD
  • Average sunshine days in January: 19.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.2 days).

Average UV index in January
Hitchcock, SD

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

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

Average cloud cover in January
Hitchcock, SD

Average cloud cover in January - Hitchcock, 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 22).

Average visibility in January
Hitchcock, SD

Average visibility in January - Hitchcock, 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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