Sturgis weather in January (South Dakota, United States of America)
What kind of weather does January bring to Sturgis? Find out what kind of weather to expect during this month.
Temperatures
January in Sturgis generally includes low temperatures and low snow/rainfall. January is a notable month of the winter season. Daytime temperatures generally peak at 4°C, but after sunset, they often decrease to around -8°C. It's a notably cold month; make sure to wear layers to stay warm. It's wiser to gear up in advance than to be caught off-guard, trembling in the cold.
Precipitation
Sturgis in January usually receives low snow/rainfall, averaging around 14 mm for the month. It's the month receiving the least amount of rain. As the days go by, you can expect fewer clouds and less precipitation. This makes it an ideal time for outdoor activities and events that might be disrupted by wetter conditions in other months. Historically, approximately 8 days this month are expected to have snow/rain.If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Sturgis. June, August and September typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Sturgis climate page with graphs.
Sturgis, monthly averages in January
Min Temperature
-8°C
Max Temperature
4°C
Chance of Rain
25%
Precipitation
14 mm
Rainy days
8 days
Where to go in the United States of America in January
Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.
perfect weather
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tolerable
unpleasant
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So, what should you wear in this month?
Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature. Also, consider bringing a rain jacket as there might be some rain.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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