January weather forecast
White Lake, SD

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in White Lake, South Dakota, is another subzero cold winter month, with an average temperature varying between 12.6°F (-10.8°C) and 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

Temperature

Temperature records mark January as the coldest month, with highs averaging 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and lows at 12.6°F (-10.8°C).

Humidity

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 86%.

Rainfall

In White Lake, in January, it is raining for 4.8 days, with typically 0.59" (15mm) of accumulated precipitation. In White Lake, during the entire year, the rain falls for 107.6 days and collects up to 17.83" (453mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In White Lake, South Dakota, during January, snow falls for 11.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of snow. In White Lake, during the entire year, snow falls for 50.9 days and aggregates up to 17.87" (454mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 22min.
On the first day of January in White Lake, sunrise is at 8:08 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 5:43 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in White Lake is January, with an average of 4.7h of sunshine.

UV index

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in White Lake, South Dakota, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in January leads to these recommendations:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in White Lake?

January is the coldest month in White Lake, with the temperature often reaching an average high of 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and an average low of 12.6°F (-10.8°C).

How cold is January in White Lake?

January temperatures in White Lake, South Dakota, vary between a high-temperature of 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and a low-temperature of 12.6°F (-10.8°C).

What is the most humid month in White Lake?

The most humid month in White Lake is January, with an average relative humidity of 86%.

What is the average humidity in January in White Lake?

In January, the average relative humidity in White Lake, South Dakota, is 86%.

How many days does it rain in January in White Lake?

In White Lake, in January, during 4.8 rainfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in White Lake in January?

In White Lake, during January, snow falls for 11.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of snow.

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

In January, the average day length in White Lake, South Dakota, is 9h and 22min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in White Lake?

On the first day of January in White Lake, sunrise is at 8:08 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 5:43 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in White Lake?

With an average of 4.7h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in January in White Lake?

In White Lake, the average sunshine duration in January is 4.7h.

How high is the UV index in January in White Lake?

In White Lake, South Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. 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
White Lake, SD

Average temperature in January - White Lake, SD
  • Average high temperature in January: 26.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 12.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.6°F).

Average pressure in January
White Lake, SD

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
White Lake, SD

Average wind speed in January - White Lake, SD
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.1mph).

Average humidity in January
White Lake, SD

Average humidity in January - White Lake, SD
  • Average humidity in January: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (58%).

Average rainfall in January
White Lake, SD

Average rainfall in January - White Lake, SD
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.55").

Average rainfall days in January
White Lake, SD

Average rainfall days in January - White Lake, SD
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
White Lake, SD

Average snowfall in January - White Lake, SD
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.66").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
White Lake, SD

Average snowfall days in January - White Lake, SD
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.7 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (11.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

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 42min).

Average sunshine days in January
White Lake, SD

Average sunshine days in January - White Lake, SD
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.8 days).

Average UV index in January
White Lake, SD

Average UV index in January - White Lake, SD
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is February (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
White Lake, SD

Average cloud cover in January - White Lake, SD
  • Average cloud cover in January: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in January
White Lake, SD

Average visibility in January - White 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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