January weather forecast
Nelson, MO

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Nelson, Missouri, is an icy winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 23.2°F (-4.9°C) and 36.9°F (2.7°C).

Temperature

In Nelson, January is the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a high of 36.9°F (2.7°C) and a low of 23.2°F (-4.9°C).

Humidity

In Nelson, the average relative humidity in January is 75%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 5.6 days and accumulates 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Nelson, in January, snow falls for 5.3 days, with typically accumulated 2.91" (74mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 17.6 snowfall days, and 9.06" (230mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 48min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:31 pm CST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during January translates into the following directions:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Jul 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

Nelson's January weather, marked by an average high temperature of 36.9°F (2.7°C) and an average low temperature of 23.2°F (-4.9°C), is the coldest in the year.

How cold is it in January?

During January, Nelson experiences an average high-temperature of 36.9°F (2.7°C) and a low-temperature of 23.2°F (-4.9°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Nelson?

The average relative humidity in January is 75%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 5.6 days and typically collects 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in January?

In Nelson, in January, it is raining for 5.6 days, with typically 1.18" (30mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in January?

In Nelson, during January, snow falls for 5.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 48min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:31 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 4.8h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Nelson have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 4.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in January?

In Nelson, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Nelson, MO

Average temperature in January - Nelson, MO
  • Average high temperature in January: 36.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 23.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.2°F).

Average pressure in January
Nelson, MO

Average pressure in January - Nelson, MO
  • 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 (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Nelson, MO

Average wind speed in January - Nelson, MO
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Nelson, MO

Average humidity in January - Nelson, MO
  • Average humidity in January: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in January
Nelson, MO

Average rainfall in January - Nelson, MO
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.18").

Average rainfall days in January
Nelson, MO

Average rainfall days in January - Nelson, MO
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.6 days).

Average snowfall in January
Nelson, MO

Average snowfall in January - Nelson, MO
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Nelson, MO

Average snowfall days in January - Nelson, MO
  • Average snowfall days in January: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Nelson, MO

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Nelson, MO
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Nelson, MO

Average sunshine days in January - Nelson, MO
  • Average sunshine days in January: 20 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Nelson, MO

Average UV index in January - Nelson, MO
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Nelson, MO

Average cloud cover in January - Nelson, MO
  • Average cloud cover in January: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are January, February and March (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in January
Nelson, MO

Average visibility in January - Nelson, MO
  • 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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