January weather forecast
Fairbury, NE

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Weather in January

The start of the year in Fairbury, Nebraska, sees quite a cold and wet weather pattern. January experiences some of the lowest temperature ranges, from 20.5°F (-6.4°C) to 35.1°F (1.7°C). The snowfall is significant, as it is one of the peak winter months, and chilling winds often accompany the snowy conditions, making temperatures feel even colder. As January unfolds, citizens of Fairbury prepare for the weather changes February will bring. Compared to the neighboring months, January's humidity is reasonably high, causing many foggy mornings and hazy days.

Temperature

January proves to be the coldest month, recording an average maximum temperature of 35.1°F (1.7°C) and a minimum temperature of 20.5°F (-6.4°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 76%, January is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In Fairbury, during January, the rain falls for 4.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation. In Fairbury, during the entire year, the rain falls for 114.7 days and collects up to 19.65" (499mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Fairbury. The month with the most snowfall in Fairbury is January, when snow falls for 6.2 days and typically aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 42min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:45 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.5h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Fairbury.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Fairbury. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Fairbury?

With an average high-temperature of 35.1°F (1.7°C) and an average low-temperature of 20.5°F (-6.4°C), January is the coldest month in Fairbury, Nebraska.

How cold is it in Fairbury in January?

The high-temperature during January is 35.1°F (1.7°C) and the low-temperature is 20.5°F (-6.4°C).

What is the most humid month in Fairbury?

The most humid month in Fairbury is January, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in January in Fairbury?

In Fairbury, Nebraska, the average relative humidity in January is 76%.

How many days does it rain in January in Fairbury?

In Fairbury, during January, the rain falls for 4.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Fairbury?

January is the month with the most snowfall in Fairbury. Snow falls for 6.2 days and accumulates 1.93" (49mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Fairbury in January?

In Fairbury, in January, snow falls for 6.2 days, with typically accumulated 1.93" (49mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January in Fairbury?

In Fairbury, the average day length in January is 9h and 42min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Fairbury?

On the first day of January in Fairbury, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:45 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Fairbury?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Fairbury?

In Fairbury, Nebraska, the average sunshine duration in January is 5.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Fairbury?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January in Fairbury?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Fairbury, Nebraska, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Fairbury, NE

Average temperature in January - Fairbury, NE
  • Average high temperature in January: 35.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 20.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.5°F).

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Average pressure in January
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Average pressure in January - Fairbury, 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 (29.85"Hg).

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8mph).

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (63%).

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Average rainfall in January
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Average rainfall in January - Fairbury, NE
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.51").

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Average rainfall days in January
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Average rainfall days in January - Fairbury, NE
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.2 days).

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Average snowfall in January
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Average snowfall in January - Fairbury, NE
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.93"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
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Average snowfall days in January - Fairbury, NE
  • Average snowfall days in January: 6.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.3 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
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Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Fairbury, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in January
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Average sunshine days in January - Fairbury, NE
  • Average sunshine days in January: 22.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.8 days).

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
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
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Average cloud cover in January - Fairbury, NE
  • Average cloud cover in January: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 24).

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Average visibility in January
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Average visibility in January - Fairbury, 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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