January weather forecast
Holmquist, SD

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Holmquist, South Dakota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 18.9°F (-7.3°C) and 5°F (-15°C).

Temperature

January, with its high-temperature average of 18.9°F (-7.3°C) and a low-temperature average of 5°F (-15°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 91%.

Rainfall

In Holmquist, in January, during 2.5 rainfall days, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 112.9 rainfall days, and 22.09" (561mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Holmquist, in January, during 15.1 snowfall days, 4.45" (113mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 68.4 snowfall days, and 23.74" (603mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Holmquist, South Dakota, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 13min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 5:35 pm CST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.2h of sunshine.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 1 during January translates into the following directions:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

January, with an average high of 18.9°F (-7.3°C) and a low of 5°F (-15°C), signifies the coldest month of the year.

How cold is it in January?

January temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 18.9°F (-7.3°C) and a low-temperature of 5°F (-15°C).

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 91%.

What is the average humidity in January?

In Holmquist, the average relative humidity in January is 91%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Holmquist, during January, the rain falls for 2.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Holmquist, in January, during 15.1 snowfall days, 4.45" (113mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 13min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 5:35 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Holmquist?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.2h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Holmquist have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 3.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January?

In Holmquist, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. 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
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Holmquist, SD

Average temperature in January - Holmquist, SD
  • Average high temperature in January: 18.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5°F).

Average pressure in January
Holmquist, SD

Average pressure in January - Holmquist, SD
  • Average pressure in January: 30.16"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Holmquist, SD

Average wind speed in January - Holmquist, SD
  • Average wind speed in January: 11mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.7mph).

Average humidity in January
Holmquist, SD

Average humidity in January - Holmquist, SD
  • Average humidity in January: 91%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (66%).

Average rainfall in January
Holmquist, SD

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.63").

Average rainfall days in January
Holmquist, SD

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Holmquist, SD

Average snowfall in January - Holmquist, SD
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.45"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Holmquist, SD

Average snowfall days in January - Holmquist, SD
  • Average snowfall days in January: 15.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Holmquist, SD
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h 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: 3h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in January
Holmquist, SD

Average sunshine days in January - Holmquist, SD
  • Average sunshine days in January: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.4 days).

Average UV index in January
Holmquist, SD

Average UV index in January - Holmquist, 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, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Holmquist, SD

Average cloud cover in January - Holmquist, SD
  • Average cloud cover in January: 66

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in January
Holmquist, SD

Average visibility in January - Holmquist, SD
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (5mi).

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