January weather forecast
North Platte, NE

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A large colorful farm home in green and white, owned by Buffalo Bill located in North Platte, Nebraska

Weather in January

January's overall climate is calm and cold in North Platte, Nebraska, USA, serving as the winter's heart. Temperature highs will not surpass 36°F (2.2°C), a clear sign of the season's icy grip. The chilly weather is accompanied by a 72% relative humidity, contributing to the frosty sensation. The combination of snowfalls and rainfall results in frosty landscapes frequently. As the new year sets in, visibility often remains unobstructed, promising open blue winter skies.

Temperature

January, recording an average high temperature of 36°F (2.2°C) and a low temperature of 21.6°F (-5.8°C), is North Platte's coldest month.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 72%, January is the most humid month.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 5.5 days and typically collects 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In North Platte, in January, snow falls for 7.6 days, with typically accumulated 1.85" (47mm) of snow. In North Platte, during the entire year, snow falls for 33.6 days and aggregates up to 12.83" (326mm) of snow.

Daylight

In North Platte, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 37min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:08 am and sunset at 5:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 5:57 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 6.1h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in North Platte.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in January interprets into the following advice:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

January, noted for its average high-temperature of 36°F (2.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 21.6°F (-5.8°C), is considered the coldest month.

How cold is it in January?

In North Platte, 36°F (2.2°C) is the average high-temperature and 21.6°F (-5.8°C) is the average low-temperature during January.

What is the most humid month?

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 72%.

What is the driest month?

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 5.5 days and accumulates 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January?

In North Platte, in January, during 5.5 rainfall days, 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In North Platte, in January, during 7.6 snowfall days, 1.85" (47mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 37min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:08 am and sunset at 5:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 5:57 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 6.1h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does North Platte have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 6.1h.

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 North Platte, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate 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
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in January
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Average temperature in January - North Platte, NE
  • Average high temperature in January: 36°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 21.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in January
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Average pressure in January - North Platte, NE
  • Average pressure in January: 30.15"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
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Average wind speed in January - North Platte, NE
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.9mph).

Average humidity in January
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Average humidity in January - North Platte, NE
  • Average humidity in January: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (72%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September and October (57%).

Average rainfall in January
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Average rainfall in January - North Platte, NE
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

Average rainfall days in January
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Average rainfall days in January - North Platte, NE
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (3.7 days).

Average snowfall in January
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Average snowfall in January - North Platte, NE
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.85"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.99").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
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Average snowfall days in January - North Platte, NE
  • Average snowfall days in January: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
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Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - North Platte, NE
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 6h 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: 6h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
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Average sunshine days in January - North Platte, NE
  • Average sunshine days in January: 20.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

Average UV index in January
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Average UV index in January - North Platte, NE
  • 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
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Average cloud cover in January - North Platte, NE
  • Average cloud cover in January: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 36).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 21).

Average visibility in January
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Average visibility in January - North Platte, NE
  • 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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