January weather forecast
Lexington, NE

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Weather in January

Nebraska's Lexington starts the year with frosty temperatures and the beautiful phenomenon of snow. January's icy chill is intensified with high temperatures reaching only up to 35.8°F (2.1°C) and dipping as low as 21°F (-6.1°C), ensuring that snowfall is a frequent sight. Compared to December, the days are slightly longer and less snowy, though not by a significant margin. The city gets fairly blanketed in white, providing picturesque scenes throughout the landscape. An overcoat, warm gloves and snow boots are essential accessories in the cold winter days of Lexington in January.

Temperature

January, having an average high-temperature of 35.8°F (2.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 21°F (-6.1°C), is the coldest month in Lexington.

Humidity

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall in Lexington is January, when the rain falls for 4.8 days and typically collects 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Lexington, during January, snow falls for 7.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Lexington, Nebraska, there are 31.7 snowfall days, and 14.69" (373mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Lexington, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 39min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 5:21 pm. On the last day of January, in Lexington, Nebraska, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:54 pm CST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.9h 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 Lexington. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In January, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Lexington?

Lexington, Nebraska, notes the coldest temperatures in January, with a average high of 35.8°F (2.1°C) and a low of 21°F (-6.1°C).

How cold is January in Lexington?

In January, in Lexington, the average high-temperature is 35.8°F (2.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 21°F (-6.1°C).

What is the most humid month in Lexington?

January is the most humid month in Lexington, Nebraska, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

What is the average humidity in January in Lexington?

The average relative humidity in January in Lexington, Nebraska, is 75%.

What is the driest month in Lexington?

The month with the least rainfall in Lexington, Nebraska, is January, when the rain falls for 4.8 days and typically collects 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in Lexington?

In Lexington, Nebraska, in January, it is raining for 4.8 days, with typically 0.51" (13mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Lexington in January?

In Lexington, Nebraska, during January, snow falls for 7.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of snow.

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

In Lexington, the average day length in January is 9h and 39min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Lexington?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 5:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:54 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Lexington?

January has the least sunshine of the year in Lexington, with an average of 5.9h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Lexington?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Lexington, Nebraska, is 5.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Lexington?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January in Lexington?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Lexington, Nebraska, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Lexington, NE

Average temperature in January - Lexington, NE
  • Average high temperature in January: 35.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 21°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21°F).

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Average pressure in January
Lexington, NE

Average pressure in January - Lexington, 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 (29.84"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Lexington, NE

Average wind speed in January - Lexington, NE
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.8mph).

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Average humidity in January
Lexington, NE

Average humidity in January - Lexington, NE
  • Average humidity in January: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (58%).

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Average rainfall in January
Lexington, NE

Average rainfall in January - Lexington, NE
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.51").

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Average rainfall days in January
Lexington, NE

Average rainfall days in January - Lexington, NE
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.9 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Lexington, NE

Average snowfall in January - Lexington, NE
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.48"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Lexington, NE

Average snowfall days in January - Lexington, NE
  • Average snowfall days in January: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.6 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
Lexington, NE

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Lexington, 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: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Lexington, NE

Average sunshine days in January - Lexington, NE
  • Average sunshine days in January: 20.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.2 days).

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Average UV index in January
Lexington, NE

Average UV index in January - Lexington, 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
Lexington, NE

Average cloud cover in January - Lexington, NE
  • Average cloud cover in January: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 22).

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Average visibility in January
Lexington, NE

Average visibility in January - Lexington, 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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