January weather forecast
Nelson, WI

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Nelson, Wisconsin, is another subzero cold winter month, with an average temperature ranging between min 7.2°F (-13.8°C) and max 20.5°F (-6.4°C).

Temperature

January, known for its average high temperature of 20.5°F (-6.4°C) and an average low temperature of 7.2°F (-13.8°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 90%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 4.1 days and accumulates 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Nelson. In Nelson, in January, during 15.4 snowfall days, 4.57" (116mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Nelson, during the entire year, snow falls for 61.6 days and aggregates up to 23.98" (609mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 18min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:15 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 3.2h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 1 during January, leads to the following recommendations:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Jun 16, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

January stands out as Nelson's coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 20.5°F (-6.4°C) and a low-temperature of 7.2°F (-13.8°C).

How cold is January in Nelson?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Nelson, is 20.5°F (-6.4°C) and the average low-temperature is 7.2°F (-13.8°C).

What is the most humid month?

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 90%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 90%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 4.1 days and typically collects 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Nelson, in January, it is raining for 4.1 days, with typically 0.87" (22mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in January?

In Nelson, in January, during 15.4 snowfall days, 4.57" (116mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In Nelson, the average day length in January is 9h and 18min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:15 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Nelson?

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 3.2h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Nelson have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 3.2h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Nelson, WI

Average temperature in January - Nelson, WI
  • Average high temperature in January: 20.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 7.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.2°F).

Average pressure in January
Nelson, WI

Average pressure in January - Nelson, WI
  • Average pressure in January: 30.13"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Nelson, WI

Average wind speed in January - Nelson, WI
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.4mph).

Average humidity in January
Nelson, WI

Average humidity in January - Nelson, WI
  • Average humidity in January: 90%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

Average rainfall in January
Nelson, WI

Average rainfall in January - Nelson, WI
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.87").

Average rainfall days in January
Nelson, WI

Average rainfall days in January - Nelson, WI
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.2 days).

Average snowfall in January
Nelson, WI

Average snowfall in January - Nelson, WI
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.57"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.01").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Nelson, WI

Average snowfall days in January - Nelson, WI
  • Average snowfall days in January: 15.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Nelson, WI

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Nelson, WI
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in January
Nelson, WI

Average sunshine days in January - Nelson, WI
  • Average sunshine days in January: 14.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Nelson, WI

Average UV index in January - Nelson, WI
  • Average UV index in January: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Nelson, WI

Average cloud cover in January - Nelson, WI
  • Average cloud cover in January: 67

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in January
Nelson, WI

Average visibility in January - Nelson, WI
  • Average visibility in January: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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