January weather forecast
Quinn, SD

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Quinn, South Dakota, is a freezing cold winter month, with an average temperature ranging between min 16.7°F (-8.5°C) and max 29.8°F (-1.2°C).

Temperature

In Quinn, the month of January is known for its lowest average temperatures, reaching a high of 29.8°F (-1.2°C) and a low of 16.7°F (-8.5°C).

Humidity

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 2.8 days and accumulates 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Quinn are January through May, October through December. In Quinn, in January, snow falls for 8.4 days, with typically accumulated 2.09" (53mm) of snow. In Quinn, during the entire year, snow falls for 38.8 days and aggregates up to 16.1" (409mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 21min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:20 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:56 pm MST.

Sunshine

January and February, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

In Quinn, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in January leads to these recommendations:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

In Quinn, January is known for its average lowest temperatures, reaching a high of 29.8°F (-1.2°C) and a low of 16.7°F (-8.5°C).

How cold is it in January?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 29.8°F (-1.2°C) and 16.7°F (-8.5°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month?

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 81%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 2.8 days and typically collects 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January?

In January, in Quinn, the rain falls for 2.8 days. Throughout January, 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In January, in Quinn, it is snowing for 8.4 days. Throughout January, 2.09" (53mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 21min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:56 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine are January and February, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 5.2h.

What is the UV index reading in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in January
Quinn, SD

Average temperature in January - Quinn, SD
  • Average high temperature in January: 29.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 16.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.7°F).

Average pressure in January
Quinn, SD

Average pressure in January - Quinn, SD
  • Average pressure in January: 30.15"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Quinn, SD

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (10.1mph).

Average humidity in January
Quinn, SD

Average humidity in January - Quinn, SD
  • Average humidity in January: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (47%).

Average rainfall in January
Quinn, SD

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.39").

Average rainfall days in January
Quinn, SD

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.6 days).

Average snowfall in January
Quinn, SD

Average snowfall in January - Quinn, SD
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.09"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Quinn, SD

Average snowfall days in January - Quinn, SD
  • Average snowfall days in January: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Quinn, 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: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in January
Quinn, SD

Average sunshine days in January - Quinn, SD
  • Average sunshine days in January: 20.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.1 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are April and June (14.1 days).

Average UV index in January
Quinn, SD

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Quinn, SD

Average cloud cover in January - Quinn, SD
  • Average cloud cover in January: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 18).

Average visibility in January
Quinn, SD

Average visibility in January - Quinn, 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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