January weather forecast
Waubay, SD

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Waubay, South Dakota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 18.9°F (-7.3°C) and 5°F (-15°C).

Temperature

In Waubay, the lowest average temperatures are observed in January, with a high of 18.9°F (-7.3°C) and a low of 5°F (-15°C).

Humidity

January is the most humid month in Waubay, with an average relative humidity of 91%.

Rainfall

In Waubay, in January, during 2.5 rainfall days, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Waubay, there are 112.9 rainfall days, and 22.09" (561mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Waubay, in January, during 15.1 snowfall days, 4.45" (113mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Waubay, during the entire year, snow falls for 68.4 days and aggregates up to 23.74" (603mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Waubay is 9h and 13min.
On the first day of January in Waubay, sunrise is at 8:08 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:34 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 3.2h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

January, November 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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 1 in January interprets into the following 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 Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Waubay?

Waubay experiences its average lowest temperatures in January, reaching a peak of 18.9°F (-7.3°C) and a minimum of 5°F (-15°C).

How cold is January in Waubay?

In Waubay, 18.9°F (-7.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 5°F (-15°C) is the average low-temperature during January.

What is the most humid month in Waubay?

January is the most humid month in Waubay, with an average relative humidity of 91%.

What is the average humidity in January in Waubay?

In Waubay, the average relative humidity in January is 91%.

How much does it rain in Waubay in January?

In Waubay, South Dakota, in January, during 2.5 rainfall days, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Waubay in January?

In Waubay, in January, during 15.1 snowfall days, 4.45" (113mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January in Waubay?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 13min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Waubay?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:08 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:34 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Waubay?

The month with the least sunshine in Waubay, South Dakota, is January, with an average of 3.2h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Waubay?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Waubay, South Dakota, is 3.2h.

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

January, November 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 Waubay?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Waubay is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Waubay, SD

Average temperature in January - Waubay, SD
  • Average high temperature in January: 18.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5°F).

Average pressure in January
Waubay, SD

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Waubay, SD

Average wind speed in January - Waubay, SD
  • Average wind speed in January: 11mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.7mph).

Average humidity in January
Waubay, SD

Average humidity in January - Waubay, SD
  • Average humidity in January: 91%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (66%).

Average rainfall in January
Waubay, SD

Average rainfall in January - Waubay, SD
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.63").

Average rainfall days in January
Waubay, SD

Average rainfall days in January - Waubay, SD
  • Average rainfall days in January: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Waubay, SD

Average snowfall in January - Waubay, SD
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.45"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Waubay, SD

Average snowfall days in January - Waubay, SD
  • Average snowfall days in January: 15.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Waubay, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in January
Waubay, SD

Average sunshine days in January - Waubay, SD
  • Average sunshine days in January: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.4 days).

Average UV index in January
Waubay, SD

Average UV index in January - Waubay, 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, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Waubay, SD

Average cloud cover in January - Waubay, SD
  • Average cloud cover in January: 66

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in January
Waubay, SD

Average visibility in January - Waubay, SD
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (5mi).

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