January weather forecast
Plattsmouth, NE

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Weather in January

Plattsmouth, Nebraska starts the year with chilly temperatures and snowy conditions. An uptick in the potential for snowfall occurs, reaching a substantial 3.15" (80mm) throughout the month, rendering January an ideal time for winter sports enthusiasts. The skies remain mostly cloudy, contributing a dramatic backdrop to the snow-covered city. Wind speed remains relatively high and contributes to the biting cold. Yet, the city continues to maintain its characteristic charm with a winter appeal that's second to none.

Temperature

In Plattsmouth, the lowest average temperatures are observed in January, with a high of 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and a low of 17.2°F (-8.2°C).

Humidity

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

In Plattsmouth, in January, it is raining for 4.3 days, with typically 0.83" (21mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Plattsmouth, during the entire year, the rain falls for 122.8 days and collects up to 26.69" (678mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 7.2 days and typically aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Plattsmouth, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 38min.
On the first day of January in Plattsmouth, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:38 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Plattsmouth is January, with an average of 4.6h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Plattsmouth, Nebraska. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in January interprets into the following recommendations:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Plattsmouth?

In Plattsmouth, January is the month with the lowest recorded average temperatures, measuring a high of 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and a low of 17.2°F (-8.2°C).

How cold is it in Plattsmouth in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Plattsmouth, is 31.1°F (-0.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 17.2°F (-8.2°C).

What is the most humid month in Plattsmouth?

The most humid month in Plattsmouth is January, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in January in Plattsmouth?

In January, the average relative humidity in Plattsmouth, Nebraska, is 80%.

How much does it rain in Plattsmouth in January?

In January, the rain falls for 4.3 days. Throughout January, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Plattsmouth?

The month with the most snowfall in Plattsmouth is January, when snow falls for 7.2 days and typically aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January in Plattsmouth?

In Plattsmouth, Nebraska, in January, snow falls for 7.2 days, with typically accumulated 3.15" (80mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Plattsmouth have in January?

The average day length in January in Plattsmouth, Nebraska, is 9h and 38min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Plattsmouth?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, in Plattsmouth, Nebraska, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:38 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Plattsmouth?

January has the least sunshine of the year in Plattsmouth, with an average of 4.6h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Plattsmouth have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Plattsmouth, Nebraska, is 4.6h.

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

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Plattsmouth.

What is the UV index reading in January in Plattsmouth?

In Plattsmouth, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Plattsmouth, NE

Average temperature in January - Plattsmouth, NE
  • Average high temperature in January: 31.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 17.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.2°F).

Average pressure in January
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Average pressure in January - Plattsmouth, NE
  • 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 (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
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Average wind speed in January - Plattsmouth, NE
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7mph).

Average humidity in January
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Average humidity in January - Plattsmouth, NE
  • Average humidity in January: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (66%).

Average rainfall in January
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Average rainfall in January - Plattsmouth, NE
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.33").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.71").

Average rainfall days in January
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Average rainfall days in January - Plattsmouth, NE
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.2 days).

Average snowfall in January
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Average snowfall in January - Plattsmouth, NE
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.15"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.15").
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 - Plattsmouth, NE
  • Average snowfall days in January: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.8 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 - Plattsmouth, 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: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
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Average sunshine days in January - Plattsmouth, NE
  • Average sunshine days in January: 19.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.8 days).

Average UV index in January
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Average UV index in January - Plattsmouth, 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
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Average cloud cover in January - Plattsmouth, NE
  • Average cloud cover in January: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in January
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Average visibility in January - Plattsmouth, 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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