Contents
- Weather in January
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in January
- Average pressure in January
- Average wind speed in January
- Average humidity in January
- Average rainfall in January
- Average rainfall days in January
- Average snowfall in January
- Average snowfall days in January
- Average daylight in January
- Average sunshine in January
- Average sunshine days in January
- Average UV index in January
- Average cloud cover in January
- Average visibility in January
Weather in January
Temperature
The month of January, characterized by an average high of 22.8°F (-5.1°C) and a low of 9.3°F (-12.6°C), is recognized as the coldest.Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 88%, January is the most humid month in Salem.Rainfall
In Salem, in January, it is raining for 2.9 days, with typically 0.67" (17mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Salem, during the entire year, the rain falls for 118.3 days and collects up to 22.76" (578mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In January, it is snowing for 10.8 days. Throughout January, 3.31" (84mm) of snow is accumulated. In Salem, during the entire year, snow falls for 45.4 days and aggregates up to 19.33" (491mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in January is 9h and 22min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:38 pm CST.
Sunshine
The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 4h of sunshine.UV index
January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The daily high UV index of 1 during January translates into the following recommendations:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the coldest months?
How cold is it in Salem in January?
What is the most humid month?
What is the average humidity in January?
How much does it rain in January?
How many days does it snow in January?
How many hours of daylight does Salem have in January?
What time are sunrise and sunset in January?
What is the month with the least sunshine in Salem?
How long on average sun shines in January?
When is the lowest UV index?
What is the UV index intensity in January in Salem?
Average temperature in January
Salem, SD
- Average high temperature in January: 22.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.8°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 9.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.3°F).
Average pressure in January
Salem, 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 (29.85"Hg).
Average wind speed in January
Salem, SD
- Average wind speed in January: 10.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.1mph).
Average humidity in January
Salem, SD
- Average humidity in January: 88%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).
Average rainfall in January
Salem, SD
- Average rainfall in January: 0.67"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.63").
Average rainfall days in January
Salem, SD
- Average rainfall days in January: 2.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.6 days).
Average snowfall in January
Salem, SD
- Average snowfall in January: 3.31"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Salem, SD
- Average snowfall days in January: 10.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Salem, 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 0min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in January
Salem, SD
- Average sunshine days in January: 19.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.2 days).
Average UV index in January
Salem, SD
- Average UV index in January: 1
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in January
Salem, SD
- Average cloud cover in January: 57
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in January
Salem, 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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