January weather forecast
Wentworth, SD

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Wentworth, South Dakota, is a freezing cold winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 22.3°F (-5.4°C) and 8.1°F (-13.3°C).

Temperature

With average high and low temperatures of 22.3°F (-5.4°C) and 8.1°F (-13.3°C) respectively, January is Wentworth's coldest month.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 90%, January is the most humid month in Wentworth.

Rainfall

In Wentworth, during January, the rain falls for 1.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation. In Wentworth, South Dakota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 111.2 days and collects up to 21.14" (537mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Wentworth, South Dakota. In Wentworth, South Dakota, in January, snow falls for 11.3 days, with typically accumulated 3.46" (88mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Wentworth, there are 49.4 snowfall days, and 20.04" (509mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Wentworth is 9h and 20min.
On the first day of January in Wentworth, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:36 pm CST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year in Wentworth, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Wentworth are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during January leads to these instructions:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Wentworth?

Wentworth, South Dakota, witnesses the coldest weather in January, with temperatures averaging a high of 22.3°F (-5.4°C) and a low of 8.1°F (-13.3°C).

How cold is it in Wentworth in January?

Wentworth in January has an average high-temperature of 22.3°F (-5.4°C) and an average low-temperature of 8.1°F (-13.3°C).

What is the most humid month in Wentworth?

With an average relative humidity of 90%, January is the most humid month in Wentworth.

What is the average humidity in January in Wentworth?

The average relative humidity in January in Wentworth, South Dakota, is 90%.

How much does it rain in Wentworth in January?

In January, in Wentworth, South Dakota, the rain falls for 1.6 days. Throughout January, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Wentworth?

In January, it is snowing for 11.3 days. Throughout January, 3.46" (88mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Wentworth have in January?

In Wentworth, South Dakota, the average day length in January is 9h and 20min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Wentworth?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:36 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Wentworth?

January has the least sunshine of the year in Wentworth, South Dakota, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Wentworth?

In Wentworth, the average sunshine duration in January is 3.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Wentworth?

The months with the lowest UV index in Wentworth, South Dakota, are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in January in Wentworth?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Wentworth is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Wentworth, SD

Average temperature in January - Wentworth, SD
  • Average high temperature in January: 22.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 8.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.1°F).

Average pressure in January
Wentworth, SD

Average pressure in January - Wentworth, 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
Wentworth, SD

Average wind speed in January - Wentworth, SD
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.6mph).

Average humidity in January
Wentworth, SD

Average humidity in January - Wentworth, SD
  • Average humidity in January: 90%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

Average rainfall in January
Wentworth, SD

Average rainfall in January - Wentworth, SD
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.59").

Average rainfall days in January
Wentworth, SD

Average rainfall days in January - Wentworth, SD
  • Average rainfall days in January: 1.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.6 days).

Average snowfall in January
Wentworth, SD

Average snowfall in January - Wentworth, SD
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Wentworth, SD

Average snowfall days in January - Wentworth, SD
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Wentworth, 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: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Wentworth, SD

Average sunshine days in January - Wentworth, SD
  • Average sunshine days in January: 19.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.5 days).

Average UV index in January
Wentworth, SD

Average UV index in January - Wentworth, 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
Wentworth, SD

Average cloud cover in January - Wentworth, SD
  • Average cloud cover in January: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in January
Wentworth, SD

Average visibility in January - Wentworth, 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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