January weather forecast
Sidney, NE

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Weather in January

The opening bell of the year in Sidney, Nebraska ushers in colder temperatures, delivering a crisp winter experience. Residents should expect a cover of frost in the morning, as temperatures often plunge to lows of 23°F (-5°C). Frequent snowfalls punctuate the freezing narrative, contributing to the dramatic winter landscape. It might be worth stocking up on warm clothing and hot drinks, as the chill usually persists throughout the month. The near-constant cold provides an ideal climate for winter sports, making January a peak season for skiing enthusiasts visiting the area.

Temperature

The transition into January reveals an average high-temperature of a still wintry 38.8°F (3.8°C), mirroring a close resemblance to December. Throughout January, Sidney witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 23°F (-5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 66%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 3.8 days and accumulates 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Sidney, in January, snow falls for 6.4 days, with typically accumulated 1.73" (44mm) of snow. In Sidney, during the entire year, snow falls for 39.5 days and aggregates up to 15.51" (394mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Sidney, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 37min.
On the first day of January in Sidney, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 5:06 pm MST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 6.5h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in January translates into this advice:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Sidney, is 38.8°F (3.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 23°F (-5°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In Sidney, the average relative humidity in January is 66%.

What is the driest month?

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 3.8 days and accumulates 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in January?

In Sidney, in January, during 3.8 rainfall days, 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Sidney, in January, snow falls for 6.4 days, with typically accumulated 1.73" (44mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Sidney have in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 37min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 5:06 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In Sidney, the average sunshine duration in January is 6.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index in Sidney are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Sidney, NE

Average temperature in January - Sidney, NE
  • Average high temperature in January: 38.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (37.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 23°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (22.3°F).

Average pressure in January
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Average pressure in January - Sidney, NE
  • Average pressure in January: 30.11"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and December (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
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Average wind speed in January - Sidney, NE
  • Average wind speed in January: 11.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.6mph).

Average humidity in January
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Average humidity in January - Sidney, NE
  • Average humidity in January: 66%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (67%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (48%).

Average rainfall in January
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Average rainfall in January - Sidney, NE
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").

Average rainfall days in January
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Average rainfall days in January - Sidney, NE
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (3.5 days).

Average snowfall in January
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Average snowfall in January - Sidney, NE
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.73"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.35").
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 - Sidney, NE
  • Average snowfall days in January: 6.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.2 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 - Sidney, 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: 6h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
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Average sunshine days in January - Sidney, NE
  • Average sunshine days in January: 22.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.4 days).

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (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 - Sidney, NE
  • Average cloud cover in January: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 36).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 18).

Average visibility in January
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Average visibility in January - Sidney, 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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