January weather forecast
Kearney, NE

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Weather in January

Kearney, Nebraska starts its year on a frosty note. January weather exhibits a sudden drop in temperature, with chilly northern winds adding severity to the cold. A stark contrast becomes evident when the lowest temperature reaches 10°F (-12.2°C), whereas the highest remains capped between 34°F (1.1°C) to 41°F (5°C). The first month responds to the winter solstice, with limited sunshine and restricted daylight hours. The cold days are usually followed by cold, clear nights enhancing the city's timeless beauty.

Temperature

In Kearney, the lowest average temperatures are observed in January, with a high of 33.8°F (1°C) and a low of 10.4°F (-12°C).

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall in Kearney is January, when the rain falls for 5 days and typically collects 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation.

Daylight

In Kearney, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 40min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 5:19 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:52 pm CST.

Sunshine

January, November and December, with an average of 6h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Kearney.

UV index

In Kearney, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in January translates into this advice:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Kearney?

January, with its high-temperature average of 33.8°F (1°C) and a low-temperature average of 10.4°F (-12°C), is the coldest month in Kearney.

How cold is January in Kearney?

In Kearney, 33.8°F (1°C) is the average high-temperature and 10.4°F (-12°C) is the average low-temperature during January.

What is the driest month in Kearney?

January is the month with the least rainfall in Kearney, Nebraska. Rain falls for 5 days and accumulates 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Kearney in January?

In January, the rain falls for 5 days. Throughout January, 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Kearney have in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 40min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Kearney?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 5:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:52 pm CST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Kearney?

January, November and December, with an average of 6h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Kearney, Nebraska.

How long on average sun shines in January in Kearney?

In Kearney, the average sunshine duration in January is 6h.

What is the UV index reading in January in Kearney?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Kearney is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average rainfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average UV index

Average temperature in January
Kearney, NE

Average temperature in January - Kearney, NE
  • Average high temperature in January: 34°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 10°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10°F).

Average rainfall in January
Kearney, NE

Average rainfall in January - Kearney, NE
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.1").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.4").

Average rainfall days in January
Kearney, NE

Average rainfall days in January - Kearney, NE
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (11 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January, February, October, November and December (5 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Kearney, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 6h

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h).
The months with the least sunshine are January, November and December (Average sunshine: 6h).

Average UV index in January
Kearney, NE

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 10).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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