January weather forecast
Riverton, NE

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Riverton, Nebraska, is a wintry winter month, with an average temperature ranging between max 38.3°F (3.5°C) and min 22.6°F (-5.2°C).

Temperature

January stands out as Riverton's coldest month, with temperatures ranging between an average high of 38.3°F (3.5°C) and a low of 22.6°F (-5.2°C).

Humidity

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 71%.

Rainfall

In January, in Riverton, the rain falls for 3.2 days. Throughout January, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Riverton, there are 105.1 rainfall days, and 19.02" (483mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 4.5 days and accumulates 2.44" (62mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Riverton, Nebraska, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 43min.
On the first day of January in Riverton, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 5:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:52 pm CST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 6.1h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during January, leads to the following recommendations:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Riverton?

January, recording an average high temperature of 38.3°F (3.5°C) and a low temperature of 22.6°F (-5.2°C), is Riverton's coldest month.

How cold is it in Riverton in January?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Riverton, Nebraska, during January are 38.3°F (3.5°C) and 22.6°F (-5.2°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month in Riverton?

The most humid month in Riverton is January, with an average relative humidity of 71%.

What is the average humidity in January in Riverton?

In January, the average relative humidity in Riverton, Nebraska, is 71%.

How much does it rain in Riverton in January?

In Riverton, Nebraska, in January, during 3.2 rainfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Riverton?

January is the month with the most snowfall in Riverton. Snow falls for 4.5 days and accumulates 2.44" (62mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Riverton in January?

In Riverton, during January, snow falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January in Riverton?

The average day length in January in Riverton is 9h and 43min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Riverton?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 5:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:52 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Riverton have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January in Riverton, Nebraska, is 6.1h.

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

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 intensity in January in Riverton?

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

Average temperature in January
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Average temperature in January - Riverton, NE
  • Average high temperature in January: 38.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 22.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.6°F).

Average pressure in January
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Average pressure in January - Riverton, NE
  • Average pressure in January: 30.17"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
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Average wind speed in January - Riverton, NE
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.9mph).

Average humidity in January
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Average humidity in January - Riverton, NE
  • Average humidity in January: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (71%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and October (59%).

Average rainfall in January
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Average rainfall in January - Riverton, NE
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.55").

Average rainfall days in January
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Average rainfall days in January - Riverton, NE
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.6 days).

Average snowfall in January
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Average snowfall in January - Riverton, NE
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.44"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.44").
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 - Riverton, NE
  • Average snowfall days in January: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.9 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 - Riverton, NE
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 6h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in January
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Average sunshine days in January - Riverton, NE
  • Average sunshine days in January: 24 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (24 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (14.6 days).

Average UV index in January
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Average UV index in January - Riverton, NE
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
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 - Riverton, NE
  • Average cloud cover in January: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 37).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 21).

Average visibility in January
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Average visibility in January - Riverton, 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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