January weather forecast
Salem, NE

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Salem, Nebraska, is another cold winter month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 34.3°F (1.3°C) and an average low of 19.9°F (-6.7°C).

Temperature

January is the month when Salem sees the lowest average temperatures, with a high of 34.3°F (1.3°C) and a low of 19.9°F (-6.7°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January, June through August, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

In Salem, in January, during 3.7 rainfall days, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 120.1 rainfall days, and 22.8" (579mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 5.7 days and accumulates 2.52" (64mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Salem, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 43min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:40 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during January translates into the following recommendations:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 27, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

Salem's coldest month, January, registers temperatures that range from a high of 34.3°F (1.3°C) to a low of 19.9°F (-6.7°C).

How cold is it in January?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Salem, is 34.3°F (1.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 19.9°F (-6.7°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are January, June through August, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 76%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Salem, in January, during 3.7 rainfall days, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 5.7 days and typically aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Salem, in January, during 5.7 snowfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Salem have in January?

In Salem, the average day length in January is 9h and 43min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Salem?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:40 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Salem have in January?

In Salem, Nebraska, the average sunshine duration in January is 5h.

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 Salem?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Salem, NE

Average temperature in January - Salem, NE
  • Average high temperature in January: 34.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 19.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.9°F).

Average pressure in January
Salem, NE

Average pressure in January - Salem, 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 (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Salem, NE

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in January
Salem, NE

Average humidity in January - Salem, NE
  • Average humidity in January: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, June, July and August (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (66%).

Average rainfall in January
Salem, NE

Average rainfall in January - Salem, NE
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.67").

Average rainfall days in January
Salem, NE

Average rainfall days in January - Salem, NE
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.7 days).

Average snowfall in January
Salem, NE

Average snowfall in January - Salem, NE
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.52"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.52").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Salem, NE

Average snowfall days in January - Salem, NE
  • Average snowfall days in January: 5.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Salem, NE

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Salem, 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: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in January
Salem, NE

Average sunshine days in January - Salem, NE
  • Average sunshine days in January: 21.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12 days).

Average UV index in January
Salem, NE

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Salem, NE

Average cloud cover in January - Salem, NE
  • Average cloud cover in January: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in January
Salem, NE

Average visibility in January - Salem, 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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