January weather forecast
Lake Andes, SD

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Lake Andes, South Dakota, is a freezing cold winter month, with an average temperature ranging between max 27.3°F (-2.6°C) and min 13.6°F (-10.2°C).

Temperature

With its high average temperature of 27.3°F (-2.6°C) and a low of 13.6°F (-10.2°C), January is regarded as the coldest month.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 84%, January is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In Lake Andes, in January, during 2.9 rainfall days, 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Lake Andes, during the entire year, the rain falls for 104.1 days and collects up to 14.29" (363mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. The months with the most snowfall are January and March, with an average 1.93" (49mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

In Lake Andes, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 26min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:44 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

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 minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jul 16, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

January is Lake Andes's coldest month, registering average high temperatures of 27.3°F (-2.6°C) and lows of 13.6°F (-10.2°C).

How cold is it in January?

Lake Andes in January has an average high-temperature of 27.3°F (-2.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 13.6°F (-10.2°C).

What is the most humid month?

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 84%.

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 84%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Lake Andes, in January, during 2.9 rainfall days, 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

The months with the most snowfall are January and March, with an average 1.93" (49mm) of accumulated snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Lake Andes, in January, snow falls for 8.2 days, with typically accumulated 1.93" (49mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In Lake Andes, the average day length in January is 9h and 26min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:44 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 long on average sun shines in January?

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

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index 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 rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in January
Lake Andes, SD

Average temperature in January - Lake Andes, SD
  • Average high temperature in January: 27.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 13.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.6°F).

Average pressure in January
Lake Andes, SD

Average pressure in January - Lake Andes, 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 (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Lake Andes, SD

Average wind speed in January - Lake Andes, SD
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Lake Andes, SD

Average humidity in January - Lake Andes, SD
  • Average humidity in January: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (62%).

Average rainfall in January
Lake Andes, SD

Average rainfall in January - Lake Andes, SD
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.31").

Average rainfall days in January
Lake Andes, SD

Average rainfall days in January - Lake Andes, SD
  • Average rainfall days in January: 2.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.9 days).

Average snowfall in January
Lake Andes, SD

Average snowfall in January - Lake Andes, SD
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.93"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and March (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Lake Andes, SD

Average snowfall days in January - Lake Andes, SD
  • Average snowfall days in January: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Lake Andes, SD

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Lake Andes, SD
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in January
Lake Andes, SD

Average sunshine days in January - Lake Andes, SD
  • Average sunshine days in January: 20.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Lake Andes, SD

Average UV index in January - Lake Andes, 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
Lake Andes, SD

Average cloud cover in January - Lake Andes, 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 July (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in January
Lake Andes, SD

Average visibility in January - Lake Andes, 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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