January weather forecast
Spencer, SD

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Spencer, South Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average high of 24.4°F (-4.2°C) and an average low of 10.2°F (-12.1°C).

Temperature

January is the month when Spencer sees the lowest average temperatures, with a high of 24.4°F (-4.2°C) and a low of 10.2°F (-12.1°C).

Humidity

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 87%.

Rainfall

In Spencer, in January, during 2.6 rainfall days, 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Spencer, during the entire year, the rain falls for 93.2 days and collects up to 11.3" (287mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Spencer, in January, during 8.7 snowfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 35.3 snowfall days, and 7.17" (182mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Spencer, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 22min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:39 pm CST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.4h of sunshine.

UV index

January is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests this advice:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest?

In Spencer, January records the average lowest temperatures, peaking at 24.4°F (-4.2°C) and reaching a low of 10.2°F (-12.1°C).

How cold is January?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 24.4°F (-4.2°C) and 10.2°F (-12.1°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month?

January is the most humid month in Spencer, with an average relative humidity of 87%.

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 87%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Spencer, in January, it is raining for 2.6 days, with typically 0.31" (8mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 8.7 days. Throughout January, 1.38" (35mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 22min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:39 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 4.4h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Spencer have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 4.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The month with the lowest UV index is January, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in January?

In Spencer, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health 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
Spencer, SD

Average temperature in January - Spencer, SD
  • Average high temperature in January: 24.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 10.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.2°F).

Average pressure in January
Spencer, SD

Average pressure in January - Spencer, 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
Spencer, SD

Average wind speed in January - Spencer, SD
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.6mph).

Average humidity in January
Spencer, SD

Average humidity in January - Spencer, SD
  • Average humidity in January: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September and October (63%).

Average rainfall in January
Spencer, SD

Average rainfall in January - Spencer, SD
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.65").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (0.28").

Average rainfall days in January
Spencer, SD

Average rainfall days in January - Spencer, SD
  • Average rainfall days in January: 2.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).

Average snowfall in January
Spencer, SD

Average snowfall in January - Spencer, SD
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.38"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.42").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Spencer, SD

Average snowfall days in January - Spencer, SD
  • Average snowfall days in January: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Spencer, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in January
Spencer, SD

Average sunshine days in January - Spencer, SD
  • Average sunshine days in January: 21.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Spencer, SD

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Spencer, SD

Average cloud cover in January - Spencer, SD
  • Average cloud cover in January: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in January
Spencer, SD

Average visibility in January - Spencer, 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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