January weather forecast
Humboldt, SD

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Weather in January

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

Temperature

Humboldt experiences its lowest temperatures in January, with an average peak of 22.8°F (-5.1°C) and a low of 9.3°F (-12.6°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In January, in Humboldt, the rain falls for 2.9 days. Throughout January, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Humboldt, during the entire year, the rain falls for 118.3 days and collects up to 22.76" (578mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Humboldt, in January, snow falls for 10.8 days, with typically accumulated 3.31" (84mm) of snow. In Humboldt, during the entire year, snow falls for 45.4 days and aggregates up to 19.33" (491mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day 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 5:37 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Humboldt are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 1 in January interprets into the following advice:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Humboldt?

Humboldt experiences its average lowest temperatures in January, reaching a peak of 22.8°F (-5.1°C) and a minimum of 9.3°F (-12.6°C).

How cold is January in Humboldt?

The high-temperature, in January, in Humboldt, is 22.8°F (-5.1°C), while the low-temperature averages to 9.3°F (-12.6°C).

What is the most humid month in Humboldt?

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

What is the average humidity in January in Humboldt?

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

How much does it rain in Humboldt in January?

In Humboldt, South Dakota, during January, the rain falls for 2.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Humboldt?

In Humboldt, South Dakota, in January, during 10.8 snowfall days, 3.31" (84mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Humboldt have in January?

The average day length in January in Humboldt, South Dakota, is 9h and 23min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Humboldt?

On the first day of January in Humboldt, 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 5:37 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Humboldt?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Humboldt have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Humboldt?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January in Humboldt?

In Humboldt, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in January
Humboldt, SD

Average temperature in January - Humboldt, 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
Humboldt, SD

Average pressure in January - Humboldt, 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
Humboldt, SD

Average wind speed in January - Humboldt, 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
Humboldt, SD

Average humidity in January - Humboldt, 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
Humboldt, SD

Average rainfall in January - Humboldt, 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
Humboldt, SD

Average rainfall days in January - Humboldt, 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
Humboldt, SD

Average snowfall in January - Humboldt, 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
Humboldt, SD

Average snowfall days in January - Humboldt, 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
Humboldt, SD

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

Average sunshine days in January - Humboldt, 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
Humboldt, SD

Average UV index in January - Humboldt, 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
Humboldt, SD

Average cloud cover in January - Humboldt, 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
Humboldt, SD

Average visibility in January - Humboldt, 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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