January weather forecast
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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Ames, Nebraska, is another subzero cold winter month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 30.4°F (-0.9°C) and an average low of 16.3°F (-8.7°C).

Temperature

January is the coldest month, with the temperature often reaching an average high of 30.4°F (-0.9°C) and an average low of 16.3°F (-8.7°C).

Humidity

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 3.3 days and typically collects 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In January, it is snowing for 9.1 days. Throughout January, 2.8" (71mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 34.4 snowfall days, and 13.23" (336mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 35min.
On the first day of January in Ames, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:40 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Ames is January, with an average of 4.7h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Ames. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in January translates into the following instructions:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Ames?

January tends to be the coldest month in Ames, Nebraska, with temperatures averaging a daily high of 30.4°F (-0.9°C) and a low of 16.3°F (-8.7°C).

How cold is January in Ames?

The high-temperature, in January, in Ames, records 30.4°F (-0.9°C), while the low-temperature is 16.3°F (-8.7°C).

What is the most humid month in Ames?

The most humid month in Ames is January, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in January in Ames?

In Ames, Nebraska, the average relative humidity in January is 80%.

What is the driest month in Ames?

January is the month with the least rainfall in Ames. Rain falls for 3.3 days and accumulates 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in Ames?

In Ames, Nebraska, during January, the rain falls for 3.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Ames?

In Ames, in January, snow falls for 9.1 days, with typically accumulated 2.8" (71mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Ames have in January?

The average day length in January in Ames is 9h and 35min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Ames?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, in Ames, Nebraska, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:40 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Ames?

The month with the least sunshine in Ames, Nebraska, is January, with an average of 4.7h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Ames have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Ames is 4.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Ames?

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

What is the UV index reading in January in Ames?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Today
Tomorrow
Long-term
YearJanuaryFMAMJJASOND
Dec
January
Feb
Average high temperature
34.3°F 1.3°C
30.4°F -0.9°C
34.3°F 1.3°C
Average low temperature
21.6°F -5.8°C
16.3°F -8.7°C
19.8°F -6.8°C
Average pressure
30.13" 765mmHg
30.16" 766mmHg
30.14" 766mmHg
Average wind speed
9.9mph 15.9km/h
10.3mph 16.6km/h
10.4mph 16.7km/h
Average max. wind speed
10.7mph 17.2km/h
10.9mph 17.5km/h
11.1mph 17.9km/h
Average wind speed gusts
16.3mph 26.2km/h
16.7mph 26.9km/h
16.3mph 26.2km/h
Average humidity
77%
80%
77%
Average rainfall
1.42" 36mm
0.71" 18mm
0.91" 23mm
Average rainfall days
4.5
3.3
3.7
Average snowfall
2.44" 62mm
2.8" 71mm
3.58" 91mm
Average snowfall days
7.2
9.1
8.2
Average daylight
9h 1min
9h 4min
10h 4min
Average sunshine
5h 0min
4h 4min
5h 4min
Average sunshine days
20.2
19
16.4
Average UV index
2
2
2
Average cloud cover
44%
48%
46%
Average visibility
6mi 9.7km
5mi 8km
6mi 9.7km

Average temperature in January
Ames, NE

Average temperature in January - Ames, NE
  • Average high temperature in January: 30.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 16.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.3°F).

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Average pressure in January
Ames, NE

Average pressure in January - Ames, 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 (29.86"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Ames, NE

Average wind speed in January - Ames, NE
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.3mph).

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Average humidity in January
Ames, NE

Average humidity in January - Ames, NE
  • Average humidity in January: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (65%).

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Average rainfall in January
Ames, NE

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.71").

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Average rainfall days in January
Ames, NE

Average rainfall days in January - Ames, NE
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.3 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Ames, NE

Average snowfall in January - Ames, NE
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.8"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Ames, NE

Average snowfall days in January - Ames, NE
  • Average snowfall days in January: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Ames, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Ames, NE

Average sunshine days in January - Ames, NE
  • Average sunshine days in January: 19 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.1 days).

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Average UV index in January
Ames, NE

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in January
Ames, NE

Average cloud cover in January - Ames, NE
  • Average cloud cover in January: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in January
Ames, NE

Average visibility in January - Ames, NE
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).

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