January weather forecast
Timber Lake, SD

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Weather in January

Timber Lake kicks off the year blanketed in snow, with the frosty temperatures creating a winter wonderland. The weather conditions are typically harsh due to the cold temperatures with only 9 hours of daylight, limiting outdoor activities. The temperature can dip as low as 9°F (-12.8°C) and as high as 23°F (-5°C), creating an icy ambiance. The snowfall accentuates the raw beauty of South Dakota, transforming Timber Lake into a haven for winter sports enthusiasts. Brick-red sunsets up against the snow-kissed landscape becomes a common sight during this month.

Temperature

January stands out as Timber Lake's coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 23°F (-5°C) and a low-temperature of 9°F (-12.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall in Timber Lake is January, when the rain falls for 2.3 days and typically collects 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Timber Lake, during January, snow falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of snow. In Timber Lake, during the entire year, snow falls for 49.4 days and aggregates up to 19.09" (485mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 12min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:11 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:49 pm MST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Timber Lake is January, with an average of 4.1h 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 minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 1 in January translates into this advice:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

January, with average temperatures reaching a high of 23°F (-5°C) and a low of 9°F (-12.8°C), is the coldest month.

How cold is it in January?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during January are 23°F (-5°C) and 9°F (-12.8°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 87%.

What is the driest month?

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 2.3 days and accumulates 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Timber Lake, during January, the rain falls for 2.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Timber Lake, during January, snow falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Timber Lake have in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 12min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:49 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.1h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Timber Lake have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 4.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in January?

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

Average temperature in January - Timber Lake, SD
  • Average high temperature in January: 23°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 9°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 (9°F).

Average pressure in January
Timber Lake, SD

Average pressure in January - Timber Lake, 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
Timber Lake, SD

Average wind speed in January - Timber Lake, SD
  • Average wind speed in January: 10mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (9.4mph).

Average humidity in January
Timber Lake, SD

Average humidity in January - Timber Lake, SD
  • Average humidity in January: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (52%).

Average rainfall in January
Timber Lake, SD

Average rainfall in January - Timber Lake, SD
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.47"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.32").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

Average rainfall days in January
Timber Lake, SD

Average rainfall days in January - Timber Lake, SD
  • Average rainfall days in January: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Timber Lake, SD

Average snowfall in January - Timber Lake, SD
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Timber Lake, SD

Average snowfall days in January - Timber Lake, SD
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Timber Lake, SD

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Timber Lake, 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: 4h and 1min

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

Average sunshine days in January
Timber Lake, SD

Average sunshine days in January - Timber Lake, SD
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.6 days).

Average UV index in January
Timber Lake, SD

Average UV index in January - Timber Lake, 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 and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Timber Lake, SD

Average cloud cover in January - Timber Lake, SD
  • Average cloud cover in January: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 21).

Average visibility in January
Timber Lake, SD

Average visibility in January - Timber Lake, 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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