January weather forecast
Mount Vernon, SD

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Mount Vernon, South Dakota, with an average temperature varying between 24.4°F (-4.2°C) and 10.2°F (-12.1°C).

Temperature

January, on average, is the coldest month, registering a high temperature of 24.4°F (-4.2°C) and a low of 10.2°F (-12.1°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 87%, January is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In Mount Vernon, in January, it is raining for 2.6 days, with typically 0.31" (8mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Mount Vernon, during the entire year, the rain falls for 93.2 days and collects up to 11.3" (287mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Mount Vernon, in January, during 8.7 snowfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Mount Vernon, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.3 days and aggregates up to 7.17" (182mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 22min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:42 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 1 in January interprets into the following advice:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Aug 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

Mount Vernon's coldest month, January, generally records average temperatures ranging from a high of 24.4°F (-4.2°C) to a low of 10.2°F (-12.1°C).

How cold is January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Mount Vernon, is 24.4°F (-4.2°C), while the low-temperature averages to 10.2°F (-12.1°C).

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 87%.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 87%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 2.6 days. Throughout January, 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Mount Vernon, in January, snow falls for 8.7 days, with typically accumulated 1.38" (35mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Mount Vernon have in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 22min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, in Mount Vernon, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:42 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

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

How long on average sun shines in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 4.4h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The month with the lowest UV index is January, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Mount Vernon?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Mount Vernon, SD

Average temperature in January - Mount Vernon, SD
  • Average high temperature in January: 24.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 10.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.2°F).

Average pressure in January
Mount Vernon, SD

Average pressure in January - Mount Vernon, SD
  • Average pressure in January: 30.16"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Mount Vernon, SD

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.6mph).

Average humidity in January
Mount Vernon, SD

Average humidity in January - Mount Vernon, SD
  • Average humidity in January: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September and October (63%).

Average rainfall in January
Mount Vernon, SD

Average rainfall in January - Mount Vernon, SD
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.65").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (0.28").

Average rainfall days in January
Mount Vernon, SD

Average rainfall days in January - Mount Vernon, SD
  • Average rainfall days in January: 2.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).

Average snowfall in January
Mount Vernon, SD

Average snowfall in January - Mount Vernon, SD
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.38"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.42").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Mount Vernon, SD

Average snowfall days in January - Mount Vernon, SD
  • Average snowfall days in January: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Mount Vernon, SD

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 2min

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 24min).

Average sunshine days in January
Mount Vernon, SD

Average sunshine days in January - Mount Vernon, SD
  • Average sunshine days in January: 21.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Mount Vernon, SD

Average UV index in January - Mount Vernon, 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
Mount Vernon, SD

Average cloud cover in January - Mount Vernon, 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 22).

Average visibility in January
Mount Vernon, SD

Average visibility in January - Mount Vernon, 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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