January weather forecast
Wessington Springs, SD

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Wessington Springs, South Dakota, with an average temperature ranging between max 23.2°F (-4.9°C) and min 8.2°F (-13.2°C).

Temperature

January is Wessington Springs's coldest month, registering average high temperatures of 23.2°F (-4.9°C) and lows of 8.2°F (-13.2°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 88%, January is the most humid month.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 2.7 days and accumulates 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Wessington Springs, in January, during 9.2 snowfall days, 3.11" (79mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Wessington Springs, during the entire year, snow falls for 42.3 days and aggregates up to 16.54" (420mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 20min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 5:42 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 4.2h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Wessington Springs are January and November, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests this advice:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

The coldest period is January, when temperatures fluctuate between an average high of 23.2°F (-4.9°C) and a low of 8.2°F (-13.2°C).

How cold is it in Wessington Springs in January?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during January are 23.2°F (-4.9°C) and 8.2°F (-13.2°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 88%.

What is the average humidity in January?

In Wessington Springs, the average relative humidity in January is 88%.

What is the driest month in Wessington Springs?

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 2.7 days and accumulates 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 2.7 days. Throughout January, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In Wessington Springs, during January, snow falls for 9.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Wessington Springs have in January?

In Wessington Springs, the average day length in January is 9h and 20min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 5:42 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 4.2h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In Wessington Springs, the average sunshine duration in January is 4.2h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in January?

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

Average temperature in January - Wessington Springs, SD
  • Average high temperature in January: 23.2°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 (23.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 8.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.2°F).

Average pressure in January
Wessington Springs, SD

Average pressure in January - Wessington Springs, 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
Wessington Springs, SD

Average wind speed in January - Wessington Springs, SD
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.6mph).

Average humidity in January
Wessington Springs, SD

Average humidity in January - Wessington Springs, SD
  • Average humidity in January: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (62%).

Average rainfall in January
Wessington Springs, SD

Average rainfall in January - Wessington Springs, SD
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in January
Wessington Springs, SD

Average rainfall days in January - Wessington Springs, SD
  • Average rainfall days in January: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Wessington Springs, SD

Average snowfall in January - Wessington Springs, SD
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.11"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.54").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Wessington Springs, SD

Average snowfall days in January - Wessington Springs, SD
  • Average snowfall days in January: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (9.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Wessington Springs, SD

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Wessington Springs, 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: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in January
Wessington Springs, SD

Average sunshine days in January - Wessington Springs, SD
  • Average sunshine days in January: 19.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Wessington Springs, SD

Average UV index in January - Wessington Springs, 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 November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Wessington Springs, SD

Average cloud cover in January - Wessington Springs, SD
  • Average cloud cover in January: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in January
Wessington Springs, SD

Average visibility in January - Wessington Springs, 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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