January weather forecast
Hot Springs, SD

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Weather in January

January in Hot Springs, South Dakota faces winter months where the city becomes a snowy haven. Residents can expect to experience an average high temperature of 33.4°F (0.8°C) while the lows can plummet to approximately 18.9°F (-7.3°C). In contrast to the biting winds and frosty windows, there's a high probability of witnessing snowfall during this time, substantiating the city's reputation as a winter wonderland, particularly with 2.56" (65mm) of snow likely on average. The short daylight hours and relatively low UV index also contribute to the city's brisk winter ambiance. Despite the beautiful snow-covered landscape, the weather conditions implore residents to keep their winter gear on standby.

Temperature

January's advent notes a subtle adjustment in average high-temperature to a still cold 33.4°F (0.8°C) from December. Hot Springs experiences a nighttime temperature average of 18.9°F (-7.3°C) during January.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 75%, January is the most humid month in Hot Springs.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 4 days and accumulates 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Hot Springs, in January, snow falls for 8.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.56" (65mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Hot Springs, there are 49.2 snowfall days, and 23.19" (589mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 24min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of January, in Hot Springs, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:03 pm MST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Hot Springs is 6.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: During January, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is January in Hot Springs?

In Hot Springs, 33.4°F (0.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 18.9°F (-7.3°C) is the average low-temperature during January.

What is the most humid month in Hot Springs?

January is the most humid month in Hot Springs, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

What is the average humidity in January in Hot Springs?

The average relative humidity in January in Hot Springs, South Dakota, is 75%.

What is the driest month in Hot Springs?

January is the month with the least rainfall in Hot Springs. Rain falls for 4 days and accumulates 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in Hot Springs?

In January, the rain falls for 4 days. Throughout January, 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Hot Springs?

In Hot Springs, during January, snow falls for 8.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Hot Springs have in January?

The average day length in January in Hot Springs, South Dakota, is 9h and 24min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Hot Springs?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, in Hot Springs, South Dakota, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:03 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Hot Springs have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Hot Springs, South Dakota, is 6.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Hot Springs?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Hot Springs, South Dakota.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Hot Springs?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in January
Hot Springs, SD

Average temperature in January - Hot Springs, SD
  • Average high temperature in January: 33.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (32.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 18.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.9°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are February and December (18.5°F).

Average pressure in January
Hot Springs, SD

Average pressure in January - Hot Springs, SD
  • Average pressure in January: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Hot Springs, SD

Average wind speed in January - Hot Springs, SD
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.8mph).

Average humidity in January
Hot Springs, SD

Average humidity in January - Hot Springs, SD
  • Average humidity in January: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (47%).

Average rainfall in January
Hot Springs, SD

Average rainfall in January - Hot Springs, SD
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.39").

Average rainfall days in January
Hot Springs, SD

Average rainfall days in January - Hot Springs, SD
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (3.5 days).

Average snowfall in January
Hot Springs, SD

Average snowfall in January - Hot Springs, SD
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.56"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.66").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Hot Springs, SD

Average snowfall days in January - Hot Springs, SD
  • Average snowfall days in January: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Hot Springs, SD

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Hot Springs, 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: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Hot Springs, SD

Average sunshine days in January - Hot Springs, SD
  • Average sunshine days in January: 20.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.2 days).

Average UV index in January
Hot Springs, SD

Average UV index in January - Hot Springs, SD
  • Average UV index in January: 2

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

Average cloud cover in January
Hot Springs, SD

Average cloud cover in January - Hot Springs, SD
  • Average cloud cover in January: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 39).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 17).

Average visibility in January
Hot Springs, SD

Average visibility in January - Hot Springs, 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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