January weather forecast
Pukwana, SD

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Pukwana, South Dakota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and 12.6°F (-10.8°C).

Temperature

In Pukwana, the month of January registers the lowest temperatures, averaging 26.1°F (-3.3°C) at the peak and 12.6°F (-10.8°C) at the lowest.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 86%, January is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In Pukwana, in January, it is raining for 4.8 days, with typically 0.59" (15mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Pukwana, during the entire year, the rain falls for 107.6 days and collects up to 17.83" (453mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Pukwana, in January, snow falls for 11.7 days, with typically accumulated 3.35" (85mm) of snow. In Pukwana, during the entire year, snow falls for 50.9 days and aggregates up to 17.87" (454mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 22min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 5:45 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.7h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in January translates into the following instructions:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

January, with an average high of 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and a low of 12.6°F (-10.8°C), signifies the coldest month of the year.

How cold is it in January?

In Pukwana, in January, the average high-temperature is 26.1°F (-3.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 12.6°F (-10.8°C).

What is the most humid month in Pukwana?

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 86%.

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity in Pukwana is 86%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Pukwana, South Dakota, during January, the rain falls for 4.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 11.7 days. Throughout January, 3.35" (85mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Pukwana have in January?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 5:45 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Pukwana?

With an average of 4.7h 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 4.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in January
Pukwana, SD

Average temperature in January - Pukwana, SD
  • Average high temperature in January: 26.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 12.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.6°F).

Average pressure in January
Pukwana, SD

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

Average wind speed in January
Pukwana, SD

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.1mph).

Average humidity in January
Pukwana, SD

Average humidity in January - Pukwana, SD
  • Average humidity in January: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (58%).

Average rainfall in January
Pukwana, SD

Average rainfall in January - Pukwana, SD
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.55").

Average rainfall days in January
Pukwana, SD

Average rainfall days in January - Pukwana, SD
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Pukwana, SD

Average snowfall in January - Pukwana, SD
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.66").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Pukwana, SD

Average snowfall days in January - Pukwana, SD
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.7 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (11.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Pukwana, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in January
Pukwana, SD

Average sunshine days in January - Pukwana, SD
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Pukwana, SD

Average UV index in January - Pukwana, 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 February (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Pukwana, SD

Average cloud cover in January - Pukwana, 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 August (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in January
Pukwana, SD

Average visibility in January - Pukwana, 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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