January weather forecast
Platte, SD

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Weather in January

Compared to the rest of the year, January experiences some of the coldest temperatures in Platte, South Dakota. The weather transitions are noticeable since it is the mid-winter period. With relative humidity peaking at 84% and day's total hours at just 9.4, the weather tends to be rather gloomy. The mercury hits its lowest average with the temperature ranging from 13.6°F (-10.2°C) to 27.3°F (-2.6°C), making it one of the chilliest periods. The relatively low light and cold temperatures of January will trail into the next month.

Temperature

January, characterized by an average high temperature of 27.3°F (-2.6°C) and a low temperature of 13.6°F (-10.2°C), is generally the coldest month in Platte.

Humidity

The most humid month in Platte is January, with an average relative humidity of 84%.

Rainfall

In January, in Platte, the rain falls for 2.9 days. Throughout January, 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 104.1 rainfall days, and 14.29" (363mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. The months with the most snowfall in Platte, South Dakota, are January and March, with an average 1.93" (49mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 24min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of January, in Platte, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 5:45 pm CST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year in Platte, with an average of 4.7h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Platte are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In January, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. 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. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Platte?

The coldest temperatures occur during January, when averages reach a peak of 27.3°F (-2.6°C) and a low of 13.6°F (-10.2°C).

How cold is it in Platte in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Platte, records 27.3°F (-2.6°C), while the low-temperature is 13.6°F (-10.2°C).

What is the most humid month in Platte?

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 84%.

What is the average humidity in January in Platte?

In January, the average relative humidity in Platte is 84%.

How much does it rain in Platte in January?

In Platte, South Dakota, during January, the rain falls for 2.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Platte?

The months with the most snowfall in Platte, South Dakota, are January and March, with an average 1.93" (49mm) of accumulated snow.

How much does it snow in Platte in January?

In Platte, South Dakota, during January, snow falls for 8.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Platte have in January?

In Platte, South Dakota, the average day length in January is 9h and 24min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Platte?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 5:45 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Platte?

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 4.7h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Platte?

In Platte, South Dakota, the average sunshine duration in January is 4.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Platte?

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

How high is the UV index in January in Platte?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Platte, South Dakota, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Platte, SD

Average temperature in January - Platte, SD
  • Average high temperature in January: 27.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 13.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.6°F).

Average pressure in January
Platte, SD

Average pressure in January - Platte, 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
Platte, SD

Average wind speed in January - Platte, SD
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Platte, SD

Average humidity in January - Platte, SD
  • Average humidity in January: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (62%).

Average rainfall in January
Platte, SD

Average rainfall in January - Platte, SD
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.31").

Average rainfall days in January
Platte, SD

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.9 days).

Average snowfall in January
Platte, SD

Average snowfall in January - Platte, SD
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.93"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and March (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Platte, SD

Average snowfall days in January - Platte, SD
  • Average snowfall days in January: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Platte, 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 4min

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 42min).

Average sunshine days in January
Platte, SD

Average sunshine days in January - Platte, SD
  • Average sunshine days in January: 20.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Platte, SD

Average UV index in January - Platte, 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
Platte, SD

Average cloud cover in January - Platte, SD
  • Average cloud cover in January: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in January
Platte, SD

Average visibility in January - Platte, 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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