January weather forecast
Lesterville, SD

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Lesterville, South Dakota, is a freezing cold winter month, with an average temperature varying between 26.8°F (-2.9°C) and 12.9°F (-10.6°C).

Temperature

The month of January sees the lowest average temperatures, reaching 26.8°F (-2.9°C) at the peak and 12.9°F (-10.6°C) at the low.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 85%, January is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In Lesterville, in January, it is raining for 3.4 days, with typically 0.67" (17mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Lesterville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 117.9 days and collects up to 21.93" (557mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Lesterville are January through May, October through December. In January, in Lesterville, it is snowing for 9.7 days. Throughout January, 2.6" (66mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Lesterville, there are 37.4 snowfall days, and 14.45" (367mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 26min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:40 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.4h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, January is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In January, a regular UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Lesterville?

In Lesterville, South Dakota, the average lowest temperatures are observed in January, with a high of 26.8°F (-2.9°C) and a low of 12.9°F (-10.6°C).

How cold is January in Lesterville?

In January, in Lesterville, the average high-temperature is 26.8°F (-2.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 12.9°F (-10.6°C).

What is the most humid month in Lesterville?

January is the most humid month in Lesterville, with an average relative humidity of 85%.

What is the average humidity in January in Lesterville?

In Lesterville, the average relative humidity in January is 85%.

How much does it rain in Lesterville in January?

In Lesterville, in January, it is raining for 3.4 days, with typically 0.67" (17mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Lesterville?

In Lesterville, South Dakota, during January, snow falls for 9.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Lesterville have in January?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Lesterville?

On the first day of January in Lesterville, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:40 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Lesterville?

January has the least sunshine of the year in Lesterville, South Dakota, with an average of 4.4h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Lesterville have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Lesterville is 4.4h.

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

With an average maximum UV index of 1, January is the month with the lowest UV index in Lesterville.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Lesterville?

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

Average temperature in January - Lesterville, SD
  • Average high temperature in January: 26.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 12.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.9°F).

Average pressure in January
Lesterville, SD

Average pressure in January - Lesterville, 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
Lesterville, SD

Average wind speed in January - Lesterville, SD
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.9mph).

Average humidity in January
Lesterville, SD

Average humidity in January - Lesterville, SD
  • Average humidity in January: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (64%).

Average rainfall in January
Lesterville, SD

Average rainfall in January - Lesterville, SD
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.59").

Average rainfall days in January
Lesterville, SD

Average rainfall days in January - Lesterville, SD
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Lesterville, SD

Average snowfall in January - Lesterville, SD
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.6"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Lesterville, SD

Average snowfall days in January - Lesterville, SD
  • Average snowfall days in January: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Lesterville, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in January
Lesterville, SD

Average sunshine days in January - Lesterville, SD
  • Average sunshine days in January: 19.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Lesterville, SD

Average UV index in January - Lesterville, SD
  • Average UV index in January: 1

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

Average cloud cover in January
Lesterville, SD

Average cloud cover in January - Lesterville, SD
  • Average cloud cover in January: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in January
Lesterville, SD

Average visibility in January - Lesterville, 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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