January weather forecast
Onaka, SD

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Onaka, South Dakota, with an average temperature varying between 9.1°F (-12.7°C) and 22.6°F (-5.2°C).

Temperature

January, characterized by an average high temperature of 22.6°F (-5.2°C) and a low temperature of 9.1°F (-12.7°C), is generally the coldest month.

Humidity

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 88%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 2.8 days and typically collects 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In January, it is snowing for 12.8 days. Throughout January, 3.19" (81mm) of snow is accumulated. In Onaka, during the entire year, snow falls for 59.7 days and aggregates up to 19.96" (507mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Onaka, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 13min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:16 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 5:43 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 3.9h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Onaka. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In January, a daily maximum UV index of 1 leads to the following instructions:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

January, recording an average high temperature of 22.6°F (-5.2°C) and a low temperature of 9.1°F (-12.7°C), is Onaka's coldest month.

How cold is January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Onaka, is 22.6°F (-5.2°C), while the low-temperature averages to 9.1°F (-12.7°C).

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 88%, January is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 88%.

What is the driest month in Onaka?

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 2.8 days and typically collects 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 2.8 days. Throughout January, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Onaka, in January, during 12.8 snowfall days, 3.19" (81mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Onaka have in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 13min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Onaka?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:16 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 5:43 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 3.9h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 3.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe 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
Onaka, SD

Average temperature in January - Onaka, SD
  • Average high temperature in January: 22.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 9.1°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 (9.1°F).

Average pressure in January
Onaka, SD

Average pressure in January - Onaka, 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 (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Onaka, SD

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.7mph).

Average humidity in January
Onaka, SD

Average humidity in January - Onaka, SD
  • Average humidity in January: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (56%).

Average rainfall in January
Onaka, SD

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in January
Onaka, SD

Average rainfall days in January - Onaka, SD
  • Average rainfall days in January: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).

Average snowfall in January
Onaka, SD

Average snowfall in January - Onaka, SD
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.19"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.04").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Onaka, SD

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Onaka, 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: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in January
Onaka, SD

Average sunshine days in January - Onaka, SD
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.1 days).

Average UV index in January
Onaka, SD

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

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 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Onaka, SD

Average cloud cover in January - Onaka, SD
  • Average cloud cover in January: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in January
Onaka, SD

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

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

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