January weather forecast
Kennebec, SD

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Kennebec, South Dakota, with an average temperature varying between 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and 12.6°F (-10.8°C).

Temperature

Kennebec's coldest month, January, generally records average temperatures ranging from a high of 26.1°F (-3.3°C) to a low of 12.6°F (-10.8°C).

Humidity

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 86%.

Rainfall

In Kennebec, during January, the rain falls for 4.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation. In Kennebec, during the entire year, the rain falls for 107.6 days and collects up to 17.83" (453mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Kennebec, during January, snow falls for 11.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Kennebec, there are 50.9 snowfall days, and 17.87" (454mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 21min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:13 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 5:47 pm CST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.7h of sunshine.

UV index

In Kennebec, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in January translates into this advice:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 24, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

In Kennebec, the lowest temperatures are generally noted in January, averaging a high of 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and a low of 12.6°F (-10.8°C).

How cold is January?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Kennebec, is 26.1°F (-3.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 12.6°F (-10.8°C).

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 86%.

What is the average humidity in January?

In Kennebec, the average relative humidity in January is 86%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Kennebec, in January, during 4.8 rainfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In Kennebec, during January, snow falls for 11.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 21min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:13 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 5:47 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.7h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Kennebec have in January?

In Kennebec, the average sunshine duration in January is 4.7h.

What is the UV index reading in January?

In Kennebec, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Kennebec, SD

Average temperature in January - Kennebec, SD
  • Average high temperature in January: 26.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 12.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.6°F).

Average pressure in January
Kennebec, SD

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Kennebec, SD

Average wind speed in January - Kennebec, SD
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.1mph).

Average humidity in January
Kennebec, SD

Average humidity in January - Kennebec, SD
  • Average humidity in January: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (58%).

Average rainfall in January
Kennebec, SD

Average rainfall in January - Kennebec, SD
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.55").

Average rainfall days in January
Kennebec, SD

Average rainfall days in January - Kennebec, SD
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Kennebec, SD

Average snowfall in January - Kennebec, SD
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.35"

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

Average snowfall days in January
Kennebec, SD

Average snowfall days in January - Kennebec, SD
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.7 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (11.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Kennebec, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in January
Kennebec, SD

Average sunshine days in January - Kennebec, SD
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Kennebec, SD

Average UV index in January - Kennebec, 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
Kennebec, SD

Average cloud cover in January - Kennebec, SD
  • Average cloud cover in January: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in January
Kennebec, SD

Average visibility in January - Kennebec, 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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