January weather forecast
Sturgis, SD

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Weather in January

Beginning the year with frosty conditions, January in Sturgis, South Dakota, comes with an array of winter characteristics. The month experiences lower temperatures when compared with either the preceding or the succeeding one. Noticeably, January has a high average snowfall of 3.19" (81mm) adding a blanket of white to this chilly month. Skimming across the cold surface, wind speeds are noteworthy, leading to the formation of significant drifts and snow plumes. As this period ends, there is a slight rise in temperature creating a milder condition for February.

Temperature

The advent of January reveals an average high-temperature of a still icy 32.4°F (0.2°C), showing minimal difference from the prior month. January nights are marked by an average low-temperature of 18.7°F (-7.4°C).

Humidity

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 6.5 days and typically collects 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Sturgis are January through May, September through December. In Sturgis, in January, during 11.4 snowfall days, 3.19" (81mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 62.1 snowfall days, and 36.26" (921mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 18min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:01 pm MST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during January translates into the following guidance:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 16, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in January?

In Sturgis, 32.4°F (0.2°C) is the average high-temperature and 18.7°F (-7.4°C) is the average low-temperature during January.

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 77%, January is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in January?

In Sturgis, the average relative humidity in January is 77%.

What is the driest month in Sturgis?

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 6.5 days and typically collects 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Sturgis, in January, during 6.5 rainfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Sturgis in January?

In Sturgis, in January, during 11.4 snowfall days, 3.19" (81mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Sturgis have in January?

In Sturgis, the average day length in January is 9h and 18min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:01 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Sturgis have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 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.

How high is the UV index in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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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
Sturgis, SD

Average temperature in January - Sturgis, SD
  • Average high temperature in January: 32.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (32.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 18.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (18°F).

Average pressure in January
Sturgis, SD

Average pressure in January - Sturgis, SD
  • Average pressure in January: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Sturgis, SD

Average wind speed in January - Sturgis, SD
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Sturgis, SD

Average humidity in January - Sturgis, SD
  • Average humidity in January: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (49%).

Average rainfall in January
Sturgis, SD

Average rainfall in January - Sturgis, SD
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.52").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in January
Sturgis, SD

Average rainfall days in January - Sturgis, SD
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (5.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Sturgis, SD

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

The month with the highest snowfall is April (8.23").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Sturgis, SD

Average snowfall days in January - Sturgis, SD
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.4 days

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

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Sturgis, SD
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in January
Sturgis, SD

Average sunshine days in January - Sturgis, SD
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.4 days).

Average UV index in January
Sturgis, SD

Average UV index in January - Sturgis, SD
  • Average UV index in January: 2

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 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Sturgis, SD

Average cloud cover in January - Sturgis, SD
  • Average cloud cover in January: 37

The months with the most cloud cover are February and April (Cloud cover 39).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 16).

Average visibility in January
Sturgis, SD

Average visibility in January - Sturgis, 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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