January weather forecast
Mitchell, SD

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Weather in January

January ushers in the coldest period of the year for Mitchell, South Dakota with temperatures fluctuating from as low as 10.2°F (-12.1°C) to a high of 24.4°F (-4.2°C). Icy conditions abound amid heavy snowfalls, with January recording an average of 1.38" (35mm). Comparatively, these conditions are similar to February, albeit slightly colder. The city usually maintains a thick layer of snow during this time, making it a hotspot for winter sports enthusiasts. Driving conditions, however, are often difficult causing local authorities to work continuously to ensure roads are always clear and safe for travel.

Temperature

January proves to be the coldest month in Mitchell, recording an average maximum temperature of 24.4°F (-4.2°C) and a minimum temperature of 10.2°F (-12.1°C).

Humidity

January is the most humid month in Mitchell, South Dakota, with an average relative humidity of 87%.

Rainfall

In Mitchell, in January, it is raining for 2.6 days, with typically 0.31" (8mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Mitchell, there are 93.2 rainfall days, and 11.3" (287mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In January, it is snowing for 8.7 days. Throughout January, 1.38" (35mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 35.3 snowfall days, and 7.17" (182mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 22min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:41 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.4h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

January is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, the average maximum UV index of 1 translates into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

January brings the lowest temperatures, with an average high of 24.4°F (-4.2°C) and an average low of 10.2°F (-12.1°C).

How cold is January?

In January, in Mitchell, the average high-temperature is 24.4°F (-4.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 10.2°F (-12.1°C).

What is the most humid month in Mitchell?

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 87%.

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 87%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Mitchell, in January, during 2.6 rainfall days, 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In Mitchell, in January, during 8.7 snowfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In Mitchell, the average day length in January is 9h and 22min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:41 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Mitchell?

With an average of 4.4h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 4.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

With an average maximum UV index of 1, January is the month with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Mitchell, SD

Average temperature in January - Mitchell, SD
  • Average high temperature in January: 24.4°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 (24.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 10.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.2°F).

Average pressure in January
Mitchell, SD

Average pressure in January - Mitchell, 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
Mitchell, SD

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.6mph).

Average humidity in January
Mitchell, SD

Average humidity in January - Mitchell, SD
  • Average humidity in January: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September and October (63%).

Average rainfall in January
Mitchell, SD

Average rainfall in January - Mitchell, SD
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.65").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (0.28").

Average rainfall days in January
Mitchell, SD

Average rainfall days in January - Mitchell, SD
  • Average rainfall days in January: 2.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).

Average snowfall in January
Mitchell, SD

Average snowfall in January - Mitchell, SD
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.38"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.42").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Mitchell, SD

Average snowfall days in January - Mitchell, SD
  • Average snowfall days in January: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Mitchell, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in January
Mitchell, SD

Average sunshine days in January - Mitchell, SD
  • Average sunshine days in January: 21.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Mitchell, SD

Average UV index in January - Mitchell, SD
  • Average UV index in January: 1

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

Average cloud cover in January
Mitchell, SD

Average cloud cover in January - Mitchell, SD
  • Average cloud cover in January: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in January
Mitchell, SD

Average visibility in January - Mitchell, SD
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

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

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