January weather forecast
Rockyford, SD

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Rockyford, South Dakota, is another cold winter month, with an average temperature ranging between min 18.1°F (-7.7°C) and max 32.5°F (0.3°C).

Temperature

January's onset brings an average high-temperature of a still wintry 32.5°F (0.3°C), showing a minute difference from December's 32.4°F (0.2°C). Rockyford, in January, witnesses an average low-temperature of 18.1°F (-7.7°C).

Humidity

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 3.5 days and typically collects 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In Rockyford, South Dakota, in January, snow falls for 10.2 days, with typically accumulated 2.87" (73mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 47.4 snowfall days, and 22.72" (577mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 23min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:59 pm MST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 5.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 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 high UV index of 2 in January leads to these guidelines:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is January?

In January, in Rockyford, the average high-temperature is 32.5°F (0.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 18.1°F (-7.7°C).

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in January?

In Rockyford, the average relative humidity in January is 80%.

What is the driest month?

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 3.5 days and accumulates 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Rockyford, during January, the rain falls for 3.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Rockyford in January?

In January, it is snowing for 10.2 days. Throughout January, 2.87" (73mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Rockyford have in January?

In January, the average day length in Rockyford, South Dakota, is 9h and 23min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:59 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 5.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

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 minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in January
Rockyford, SD

Average temperature in January - Rockyford, SD
  • Average high temperature in January: 32.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (32.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 18.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.1°F).

Average pressure in January
Rockyford, SD

Average pressure in January - Rockyford, SD
  • Average pressure in January: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Rockyford, SD

Average wind speed in January - Rockyford, SD
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Rockyford, SD

Average humidity in January - Rockyford, SD
  • Average humidity in January: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (48%).

Average rainfall in January
Rockyford, SD

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in January
Rockyford, SD

Average rainfall days in January - Rockyford, SD
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.1 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and December (2.5 days).

Average snowfall in January
Rockyford, SD

Average snowfall in January - Rockyford, SD
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.02").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Rockyford, SD

Average snowfall days in January - Rockyford, SD
  • Average snowfall days in January: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

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

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in January
Rockyford, SD

Average sunshine days in January - Rockyford, SD
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (22.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.2 days).

Average UV index in January
Rockyford, SD

Average UV index in January - Rockyford, 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
Rockyford, SD

Average cloud cover in January - Rockyford, SD
  • Average cloud cover in January: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 16).

Average visibility in January
Rockyford, SD

Average visibility in January - Rockyford, 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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