January weather forecast
Lake City, SD

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Lake City, South Dakota, is a freezing cold winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 19°F (-7.2°C) and 5.4°F (-14.8°C).

Temperature

January brings the lowest temperatures, with an average high of 19°F (-7.2°C) and an average low of 5.4°F (-14.8°C).

Humidity

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 89%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall in Lake City. Rain falls for 2.2 days and accumulates 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Lake City, in January, during 11 snowfall days, 3.5" (89mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Lake City, during the entire year, snow falls for 53.2 days and aggregates up to 20.12" (511mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 10min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 5:33 pm CST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.7h of sunshine.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during January translates into these guidelines:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Lake City?

January, on average, is the coldest month in Lake City, registering a high temperature of 19°F (-7.2°C) and a low of 5.4°F (-14.8°C).

How cold is January in Lake City?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Lake City, is 19°F (-7.2°C) and the average low-temperature is 5.4°F (-14.8°C).

What is the most humid month in Lake City?

January is the most humid month in Lake City, with an average relative humidity of 89%.

What is the average humidity in January in Lake City?

In Lake City, the average relative humidity in January is 89%.

What is the driest month in Lake City?

January is the month with the least rainfall in Lake City, South Dakota. Rain falls for 2.2 days and accumulates 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in Lake City?

In Lake City, during January, the rain falls for 2.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Lake City in January?

In January, in Lake City, South Dakota, it is snowing for 11 days. Throughout January, 3.5" (89mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Lake City have in January?

In January, the average day length in Lake City is 9h and 10min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Lake City?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 5:33 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Lake City?

January has the least sunshine of the year in Lake City, South Dakota, with an average of 3.7h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Lake City have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 3.7h.

What is the UV index reading in January in Lake City?

In Lake City, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Lake City, SD

Average temperature in January - Lake City, SD
  • Average high temperature in January: 19°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 5.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.4°F).

Average pressure in January
Lake City, SD

Average pressure in January - Lake City, 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 (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Lake City, SD

Average wind speed in January - Lake City, SD
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and October (10.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Lake City, SD

Average humidity in January - Lake City, SD
  • Average humidity in January: 89%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (65%).

Average rainfall in January
Lake City, SD

Average rainfall in January - Lake City, SD
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in January
Lake City, SD

Average rainfall days in January - Lake City, SD
  • Average rainfall days in January: 2.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.6 days).

Average snowfall in January
Lake City, SD

Average snowfall in January - Lake City, SD
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Lake City, SD

Average snowfall days in January - Lake City, SD
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (11.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in January
Lake City, SD

Average sunshine days in January - Lake City, SD
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Lake City, SD

Average UV index in January - Lake City, SD
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Lake City, SD

Average cloud cover in January - Lake City, SD
  • Average cloud cover in January: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in January
Lake City, SD

Average visibility in January - Lake City, 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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