January weather forecast
Olivet, SD

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Olivet, South Dakota, is a freezing cold winter month, with an average temperature ranging between max 26.2°F (-3.2°C) and min 12.2°F (-11°C).

Temperature

January, characterized by an average high temperature of 26.2°F (-3.2°C) and a low temperature of 12.2°F (-11°C), is generally the coldest month.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Olivet, during January, the rain falls for 2.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 106.8 rainfall days, and 19.29" (490mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Olivet, South Dakota, during January, snow falls for 6.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of snow. In Olivet, during the entire year, snow falls for 33.1 days and aggregates up to 12.91" (328mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 25min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:40 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 4.5h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jun 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

Olivet's January weather, marked by an average high temperature of 26.2°F (-3.2°C) and an average low temperature of 12.2°F (-11°C), is the coldest in the year.

How cold is January?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Olivet, is 26.2°F (-3.2°C), while the average low-temperature is 12.2°F (-11°C).

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 85%.

What is the average humidity in January?

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

How many days does it rain in January?

In Olivet, during January, the rain falls for 2.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Olivet, in January, during 6.6 snowfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 25min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:40 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.5h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Olivet have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 4.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Olivet is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Olivet, SD

Average temperature in January - Olivet, SD
  • Average high temperature in January: 26.2°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 (26.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 12.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.2°F).

Average pressure in January
Olivet, SD

Average pressure in January - Olivet, 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
Olivet, SD

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.5mph).

Average humidity in January
Olivet, SD

Average humidity in January - Olivet, 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 (63%).

Average rainfall in January
Olivet, SD

Average rainfall in January - Olivet, SD
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.51").

Average rainfall days in January
Olivet, SD

Average rainfall days in January - Olivet, SD
  • Average rainfall days in January: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.5 days).

Average snowfall in January
Olivet, SD

Average snowfall in January - Olivet, SD
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.36"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.56").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Olivet, SD

Average snowfall days in January - Olivet, SD
  • Average snowfall days in January: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (7.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Olivet, 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 0min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Olivet, SD

Average sunshine days in January - Olivet, SD
  • Average sunshine days in January: 21.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Olivet, SD

Average UV index in January - Olivet, SD
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Olivet, SD

Average cloud cover in January - Olivet, SD
  • Average cloud cover in January: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in January
Olivet, SD

Average visibility in January - Olivet, 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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