January weather forecastGrand Island, NE

January

Weather in January

The start of the year in Grand Island, Nebraska, brings cold temperatures and frequent frost, typical of harsh winters in this region. The frigid conditions prevail with an average high temperature of 33.4°F (0.8°C) and a low of 19°F (-7.2°C), creating a silent white cityscape often blanketed in a misty haze. The weather becomes less severe moving towards February, yielding a brief respite from winter's icy grip. Notably, January showcases the slightest amounts of rainfall and snowfall, recording 0.51" (13mm) and 2.32" (59mm) respectively.

Temperature

In Grand Island, the lowest average temperatures are observed in January, with a high of 33.4°F (0.8°C) and a low of 19°F (-7.2°C).

Humidity

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 3.7 days and typically collects 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Grand Island are January through May, October through December. In January, it is snowing for 5.5 days. Throughout January, 2.32" (59mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 25.3 snowfall days, and 12.48" (317mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 38min.
On the first day of January in Grand Island, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:48 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Grand Island, Nebraska, is January, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

The lowest temperatures are recorded in January, with averages reaching a high of 33.4°F (0.8°C) and a low of 19°F (-7.2°C).

The high-temperature, in January, in Grand Island, is 33.4°F (0.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 19°F (-7.2°C).

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

In January, the average relative humidity in Grand Island is 78%.

The month with the least rainfall in Grand Island, Nebraska, is January, when the rain falls for 3.7 days and typically collects 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation.

In January, the rain falls for 3.7 days. Throughout January, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

In Grand Island, in January, snow falls for 5.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.32" (59mm) of snow.

In January, the average day length in Grand Island is 9h and 38min.

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:48 pm CST.

With an average of 5.4h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Grand Island, Nebraska.

In Grand Island, Nebraska, the average sunshine duration in January is 5.4h.

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

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Grand Island, NE

  • Average high temperature in January: 33.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 19°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19°F).

Average pressure in January
Grand Island, NE

  • Average pressure in January: 30.17"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Grand Island, NE

  • Average wind speed in January: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8mph).

Average humidity in January
Grand Island, NE

  • Average humidity in January: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (61%).

Average rainfall in January
Grand Island, NE

  • Average rainfall in January: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.51").

Average rainfall days in January
Grand Island, NE

  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.7 days).

Average snowfall in January
Grand Island, NE

  • Average snowfall in January: 2.32"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.23").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Grand Island, NE

  • Average snowfall days in January: 5.5 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).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Grand Island, NE

  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 36min

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: 5h and 24min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in January
Grand Island, NE

  • Average sunshine days in January: 22.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.6 days).

Average UV index in January
Grand Island, 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).

Average cloud cover in January
Grand Island, NE

  • Average cloud cover in January: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in January
Grand Island, 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).