January weather forecast
Valentine, NE

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Weather in January

Beginning the year, January's weather in Valentine, Nebraska is characterized by the bracing chill of winter. The chill marks a stark contrast to the milder conditions that December brought. Snowfall is relatively common in this month; in fact, it is the third-highest of the year with snowfall recorded at 3.8" (97mm). As temperatures range from a low of 10.7°F (-11.8°C) to a high of 36.5°F (2.5°C), inhabitants often remain bundled in their warmest clothing. A drop in UV index could limit sunbathings, denoting a change in outdoor activities.

Temperature

The coldest period tends to be January, when average temperatures fluctuate between a high of 36.5°F (2.5°C) and a low of 10.8°F (-11.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 64.4%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 3.9 days and typically collects 0.28" (7mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In Valentine, in January, during 3.4 snowfall days, 3.82" (97mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Valentine, during the entire year, snow falls for 22.3 days and aggregates up to 33.31" (846mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Valentine, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 27min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:18 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:53 pm MST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 5.9h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 1 in January translates into the following instructions:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

The coldest period is January, when temperatures fluctuate between an average high of 36.5°F (2.5°C) and a low of 10.8°F (-11.8°C).

How cold is it in Valentine in January?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during January are 36.5°F (2.5°C) and 10.8°F (-11.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 64.4%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 3.9 days and typically collects 0.28" (7mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in January?

In Valentine, Nebraska, in January, during 3.9 rainfall days, 0.28" (7mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In Valentine, in January, snow falls for 3.4 days, with typically accumulated 3.82" (97mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 27min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:53 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Valentine have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 5.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average UV index

Average temperature in January
Valentine, NE

Average temperature in January - Valentine, NE
  • Average high temperature in January: 36.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 10.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.7°F).

Average humidity in January
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Average humidity in January - Valentine, NE
  • Average humidity in January: 64.4%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (64.6%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (54.5%).

Average rainfall in January
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Average rainfall in January - Valentine, NE
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.6").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.3").

Average rainfall days in January
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Average rainfall days in January - Valentine, NE
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (11.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.9 days).

Average snowfall in January
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Average snowfall in January - Valentine, NE
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.8"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (6.5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in January
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Average snowfall days in January - Valentine, NE
  • Average snowfall days in January: 3.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (4.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
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Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Valentine, NE
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 3min

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

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average UV index in January
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Average UV index in January - Valentine, NE
  • Average UV index in January: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 9).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

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