January weather forecast
Red Elm, SD

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Red Elm, South Dakota, with an average temperature varying between 13.6°F (-10.2°C) and 27°F (-2.8°C).

Temperature

With an average high-temperature of 27°F (-2.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 13.6°F (-10.2°C), January is the coldest month.

Humidity

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 3.3 days and typically collects 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In January, it is snowing for 12.3 days. Throughout January, 3.07" (78mm) of snow is accumulated. In Red Elm, during the entire year, snow falls for 58.3 days and aggregates up to 22.95" (583mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 14min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:15 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:52 pm MST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.8h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Red Elm. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in January suggests the following recommendations:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

The month of January sees the average lowest temperatures, reaching 27°F (-2.8°C) at the peak and 13.6°F (-10.2°C) at the low.

How cold is it in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Red Elm, is 27°F (-2.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 13.6°F (-10.2°C).

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month in Red Elm is January, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 83%.

What is the driest month?

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 3.3 days and accumulates 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in Red Elm?

In Red Elm, in January, during 3.3 rainfall days, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In Red Elm, in January, snow falls for 12.3 days, with typically accumulated 3.07" (78mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 14min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:52 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Red Elm?

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Red Elm have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 4.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index in Red Elm 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 is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from 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
Red Elm, SD

Average temperature in January - Red Elm, SD
  • Average high temperature in January: 27°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 13.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.6°F).

Average pressure in January
Red Elm, SD

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Red Elm, SD

Average wind speed in January - Red Elm, SD
  • Average wind speed in January: 11.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are February and August (10.4mph).

Average humidity in January
Red Elm, SD

Average humidity in January - Red Elm, SD
  • Average humidity in January: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (49%).

Average rainfall in January
Red Elm, SD

Average rainfall in January - Red Elm, SD
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.51").

Average rainfall days in January
Red Elm, SD

Average rainfall days in January - Red Elm, SD
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Red Elm, SD

Average snowfall in January - Red Elm, SD
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.07"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.12").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Red Elm, SD

Average snowfall days in January - Red Elm, SD
  • Average snowfall days in January: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Red Elm, SD

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Red Elm, 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: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Red Elm, SD

Average sunshine days in January - Red Elm, SD
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.4 days).

Average UV index in January
Red Elm, SD

Average UV index in January - Red Elm, SD
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Red Elm, SD

Average cloud cover in January - Red Elm, SD
  • Average cloud cover in January: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 19).

Average visibility in January
Red Elm, SD

Average visibility in January - Red Elm, 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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