January weather forecast
Roscoe, SD

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Roscoe, South Dakota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 22.6°F (-5.2°C) and 9.1°F (-12.7°C).

Temperature

January is Roscoe's coldest month, registering average high temperatures of 22.6°F (-5.2°C) and lows of 9.1°F (-12.7°C).

Humidity

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 88%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 2.8 days and typically collects 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Roscoe, in January, during 12.8 snowfall days, 3.19" (81mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 59.7 snowfall days, and 19.96" (507mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 11min.
On the first day of January in Roscoe, sunrise is at 8:17 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 5:42 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Roscoe is January, with an average of 3.9h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during January leads to these instructions:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. 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 month is the coldest in Roscoe?

Roscoe, South Dakota, notes the coldest temperatures in January, with a average high of 22.6°F (-5.2°C) and a low of 9.1°F (-12.7°C).

How cold is it in Roscoe in January?

During January, Roscoe experiences an average high-temperature of 22.6°F (-5.2°C) and a low-temperature of 9.1°F (-12.7°C).

What is the most humid month in Roscoe?

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 88%.

What is the average humidity in January in Roscoe?

The average relative humidity in January in Roscoe is 88%.

What is the driest month in Roscoe?

January is the month with the least rainfall in Roscoe, South Dakota. Rain falls for 2.8 days and accumulates 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Roscoe in January?

In Roscoe, in January, it is raining for 2.8 days, with typically 0.55" (14mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Roscoe in January?

In January, it is snowing for 12.8 days. Throughout January, 3.19" (81mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Roscoe have in January?

In Roscoe, South Dakota, the average day length in January is 9h and 11min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Roscoe?

On the first day of January in Roscoe, sunrise is at 8:17 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 5:42 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Roscoe?

The month with the least sunshine in Roscoe, South Dakota, is January, with an average of 3.9h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Roscoe?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 3.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Roscoe?

The months with the lowest UV index in Roscoe, South Dakota, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in January in Roscoe?

In Roscoe, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe 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
Roscoe, SD

Average temperature in January - Roscoe, SD
  • Average high temperature in January: 22.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 9.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.1°F).

Average pressure in January
Roscoe, SD

Average pressure in January - Roscoe, SD
  • Average pressure in January: 30.16"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Roscoe, SD

Average wind speed in January - Roscoe, SD
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.7mph).

Average humidity in January
Roscoe, SD

Average humidity in January - Roscoe, SD
  • Average humidity in January: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (56%).

Average rainfall in January
Roscoe, SD

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in January
Roscoe, SD

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).

Average snowfall in January
Roscoe, SD

Average snowfall in January - Roscoe, SD
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.19"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.04").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Roscoe, SD

Average snowfall days in January - Roscoe, SD
  • Average snowfall days in January: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Roscoe, 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: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in January
Roscoe, SD

Average sunshine days in January - Roscoe, SD
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.1 days).

Average UV index in January
Roscoe, SD

Average UV index in January - Roscoe, SD
  • Average UV index in January: 1

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 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Roscoe, SD

Average cloud cover in January - Roscoe, SD
  • Average cloud cover in January: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in January
Roscoe, SD

Average visibility in January - Roscoe, 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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