January weather forecast
Meadow, SD

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Meadow, South Dakota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 11.7°F (-11.3°C) and 25.2°F (-3.8°C).

Temperature

With average high temperatures of 25.2°F (-3.8°C) and lows of 11.7°F (-11.3°C), January is the coldest month.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall in Meadow, South Dakota. Rain falls for 2.9 days and accumulates 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Meadow, South Dakota, are January through May, October through December. In Meadow, South Dakota, during January, snow falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of snow. In Meadow, during the entire year, snow falls for 65.8 days and aggregates up to 21.42" (544mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Meadow, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 11min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:53 pm MST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.6h of sunshine.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Meadow is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in January transforms into the following instructions:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
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 Meadow?

The month of January, characterized by an average high of 25.2°F (-3.8°C) and a low of 11.7°F (-11.3°C), is recognized as the coldest.

How cold is it in Meadow in January?

In January, in Meadow, the average high-temperature is 25.2°F (-3.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 11.7°F (-11.3°C).

What is the most humid month in Meadow?

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

What is the average humidity in January in Meadow?

In January, the average relative humidity in Meadow, South Dakota, is 85%.

What is the driest month in Meadow?

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 2.9 days and accumulates 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in Meadow?

In Meadow, during January, the rain falls for 2.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Meadow?

In Meadow, South Dakota, during January, snow falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Meadow have in January?

In January, the average day length in Meadow, South Dakota, is 9h and 11min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Meadow?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:15 pm. On the last day of the month, in Meadow, South Dakota, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:53 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Meadow?

January has the least sunshine of the year in Meadow, with an average of 4.6h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Meadow?

In Meadow, the average sunshine duration in January is 4.6h.

How high is the UV index in January in Meadow?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Meadow, South Dakota, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in January
Meadow, SD

Average temperature in January - Meadow, SD
  • Average high temperature in January: 25.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 11.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.7°F).

Average pressure in January
Meadow, SD

Average pressure in January - Meadow, SD
  • Average pressure in January: 30.15"Hg

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

Average wind speed in January
Meadow, SD

Average wind speed in January - Meadow, SD
  • Average wind speed in January: 11.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.6mph).

Average humidity in January
Meadow, SD

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (51%).

Average rainfall in January
Meadow, SD

Average rainfall in January - Meadow, SD
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.47"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

Average rainfall days in January
Meadow, SD

Average rainfall days in January - Meadow, SD
  • Average rainfall days in January: 2.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.9 days).

Average snowfall in January
Meadow, SD

Average snowfall in January - Meadow, SD
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.95"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Meadow, SD

Average snowfall days in January - Meadow, SD
  • Average snowfall days in January: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Meadow, SD

Average sunshine days in January - Meadow, SD
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.7 days).

Average UV index in January
Meadow, SD

Average UV index in January - Meadow, 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 December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Meadow, SD

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

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in January
Meadow, SD

Average visibility in January - Meadow, 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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