January weather forecast
Woonsocket, SD

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Woonsocket, South Dakota, is another subzero cold winter month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 23.2°F (-4.9°C) and an average low of 8.2°F (-13.2°C).

Temperature

In Woonsocket, the lowest temperatures are generally noted in January, averaging a high of 23.2°F (-4.9°C) and a low of 8.2°F (-13.2°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 2.7 days and typically collects 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Woonsocket are January through April, October through December. In January, in Woonsocket, it is snowing for 9.2 days. Throughout January, 3.11" (79mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 42.3 snowfall days, and 16.54" (420mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Woonsocket, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 20min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:41 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Woonsocket are January and November, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 1 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Woonsocket?

Woonsocket's coldest temperatures are experienced in January, with average high temperatures of 23.2°F (-4.9°C) and lows of 8.2°F (-13.2°C).

How cold is it in Woonsocket in January?

During January, Woonsocket experiences an average high-temperature of 23.2°F (-4.9°C) and a low-temperature of 8.2°F (-13.2°C).

What is the most humid month in Woonsocket?

January is the most humid month in Woonsocket, with an average relative humidity of 88%.

What is the average humidity in January in Woonsocket?

In Woonsocket, South Dakota, the average relative humidity in January is 88%.

What is the driest month in Woonsocket?

The month with the least rainfall in Woonsocket is January, when the rain falls for 2.7 days and typically collects 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in Woonsocket?

In Woonsocket, in January, it is raining for 2.7 days, with typically 0.55" (14mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Woonsocket?

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

How many hours of daylight does Woonsocket have in January?

The average day length in January in Woonsocket, South Dakota, is 9h and 20min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Woonsocket?

On the first day of January in Woonsocket, South Dakota, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:41 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Woonsocket?

With an average of 4.2h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Woonsocket have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 4.2h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in January in Woonsocket?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Woonsocket, South Dakota, is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability 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
Woonsocket, SD

Average temperature in January - Woonsocket, 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
Woonsocket, SD

Average pressure in January - Woonsocket, 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
Woonsocket, SD

Average wind speed in January - Woonsocket, 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
Woonsocket, SD

Average humidity in January - Woonsocket, 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
Woonsocket, SD

Average rainfall in January - Woonsocket, 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
Woonsocket, SD

Average rainfall days in January - Woonsocket, 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
Woonsocket, SD

Average snowfall in January - Woonsocket, 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
Woonsocket, SD

Average snowfall days in January - Woonsocket, 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
Woonsocket, SD

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Woonsocket, 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 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
Woonsocket, SD

Average sunshine days in January - Woonsocket, 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
Woonsocket, SD

Average UV index in January - Woonsocket, 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
Woonsocket, SD

Average cloud cover in January - Woonsocket, 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
Woonsocket, SD

Average visibility in January - Woonsocket, 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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