January weather forecast
Leola, SD

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Leola, South Dakota, is another subzero cold winter month, with an average temperature varying between 19.8°F (-6.8°C) and 5.4°F (-14.8°C).

Temperature

The lowest temperatures are recorded in January, with averages reaching a high of 19.8°F (-6.8°C) and a low of 5.4°F (-14.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall in Leola is January, when the rain falls for 1.7 days and typically collects 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Leola are January through May, October through December. The months with the most snowfall in Leola are January and December, with an average 2.76" (70mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 10min.
On the first day of January in Leola, sunrise is at 8:16 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 5:39 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 3.8h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Leola.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 1 in January translates into the following instructions:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Leola?

The coldest time of the year in Leola is January, with temperatures averaging a high of 19.8°F (-6.8°C) and a low of 5.4°F (-14.8°C).

How cold is it in Leola in January?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Leola, is 19.8°F (-6.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 5.4°F (-14.8°C).

What is the most humid month in Leola?

With an average relative humidity of 89%, January is the most humid month in Leola, South Dakota.

What is the average humidity in January in Leola?

The average relative humidity in January in Leola is 89%.

What is the driest month in Leola?

The month with the least rainfall in Leola is January, when the rain falls for 1.7 days and typically collects 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Leola in January?

In January, in Leola, South Dakota, the rain falls for 1.7 days. Throughout January, 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Leola?

The months with the most snowfall in Leola are January and December, with an average 2.76" (70mm) of accumulated snow.

How much does it snow in Leola in January?

In January, it is snowing for 11.5 days. Throughout January, 2.76" (70mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Leola have in January?

In Leola, South Dakota, the average day length in January is 9h and 10min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Leola?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:16 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 5:39 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Leola?

The month with the least sunshine in Leola, South Dakota, is January, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Leola?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Leola, South Dakota, is 3.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Leola?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January in Leola?

In Leola, South Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index reading 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
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Leola, SD

Average temperature in January - Leola, SD
  • Average high temperature in January: 19.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.8°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
Leola, SD

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

Average wind speed in January
Leola, SD

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and October (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Leola, SD

Average humidity in January - Leola, SD
  • Average humidity in January: 89%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (61%).

Average rainfall in January
Leola, SD

Average rainfall in January - Leola, SD
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.39").

Average rainfall days in January
Leola, SD

Average rainfall days in January - Leola, SD
  • Average rainfall days in January: 1.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.7 days).

Average snowfall in January
Leola, SD

Average snowfall in January - Leola, SD
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.76"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and December (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Leola, SD

Average snowfall days in January - Leola, SD
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Leola, 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 48min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Leola, SD

Average sunshine days in January - Leola, SD
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Leola, SD

Average UV index in January - Leola, 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, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Leola, SD

Average cloud cover in January - Leola, SD
  • Average cloud cover in January: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in January
Leola, SD

Average visibility in January - Leola, SD
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and March (5mi).

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