January weather forecast
Omaha, NE

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Holiday lights light up the city of Omaha, Nebraska
Holiday lights light up the city of Omaha, Nebraska

Weather in January

In Omaha, Nebraska, January is noted for clear skies with 48% cloud cover, creating a crisp, wintry ambience. Winter in Omaha often commences with frigid temperatures, offering a frosty yet dazzling kickstart to a new year. Precipitation primarily occurs as snowfall, providing a scenic white blanket across the landscape. January has a distinct blend of chill and charm with temperatures ranging from 16.3°F (-8.7°C) to 30°F (-1.1°C). To complement the cooling tones of the landscape, the strong winds, gusting up to 16mph (25.7km/h) further underscore the typical winter conditions.

Temperature

January, noted for its average high-temperature of 30°F (-1.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 16.3°F (-8.7°C), is considered the coldest month.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall in Omaha. Rain falls for 4.6 days and accumulates 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Omaha. In Omaha, in January, snow falls for 8.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.17" (55mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 31.6 snowfall days, and 9.65" (245mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Omaha, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 37min.
On the first day of January in Omaha, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:38 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.7h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Omaha are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during January translates into these guidelines:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Omaha?

Omaha experiences its average lowest temperatures in January, reaching a peak of 30°F (-1.1°C) and a minimum of 16.3°F (-8.7°C).

How cold is it in Omaha in January?

The high-temperature in Omaha, Nebraska, during January is 30°F (-1.1°C) and the low-temperature is 16.3°F (-8.7°C).

What is the most humid month in Omaha?

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

What is the average humidity in January in Omaha?

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

What is the driest month in Omaha?

January is the month with the least rainfall in Omaha. Rain falls for 4.6 days and accumulates 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Omaha in January?

In January, in Omaha, Nebraska, the rain falls for 4.6 days. Throughout January, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Omaha in January?

In Omaha, Nebraska, in January, during 8.8 snowfall days, 2.17" (55mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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

In Omaha, Nebraska, the average day length in January is 9h and 37min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Omaha?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, in Omaha, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:38 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Omaha?

With an average of 4.7h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Omaha have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 4.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Omaha?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in January in Omaha?

In Omaha, Nebraska, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Tomorrow
Long-term
YearJanuaryFMAMJJASOND
Dec
January
Feb
Average high temperature
34.3°F 1.3°C
30°F -1.1°C
34°F 1.1°C
Average low temperature
21.9°F -5.6°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
9.8mph 15.8km/h
10.1mph 16.3km/h
10.3mph 16.6km/h
Average max. wind speed
10.5mph 16.9km/h
10.8mph 17.4km/h
10.9mph 17.5km/h
Average wind speed gusts
15.6mph 25.1km/h
16mph 25.7km/h
15.8mph 25.4km/h
Average humidity
77%
80%
78%
Average rainfall
1.3" 33mm
0.59" 15mm
0.71" 18mm
Average rainfall days
4.9
4.6
3
Average snowfall
2.05" 52mm
2.17" 55mm
2.56" 65mm
Average snowfall days
6.9
8.8
7.7
Average daylight
9h 2min
9h 4min
10h 4min
Average sunshine
5h 0min
4h 4min
5h 3min
Average sunshine days
20.6
18.4
17.6
Average UV index
2
2
2
Average cloud cover
45%
48%
45%
Average visibility
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km

Average temperature in January
Omaha, NE

Average temperature in January - Omaha, NE
  • Average high temperature in January: 30°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 16.3°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 (16.3°F).

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Average pressure in January
Omaha, NE

Average pressure in January - Omaha, 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
Omaha, NE

Average wind speed in January - Omaha, NE
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7mph).

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Average humidity in January
Omaha, NE

Average humidity in January - Omaha, 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 (66%).

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Average rainfall in January
Omaha, NE

Average rainfall in January - Omaha, NE
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

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Average rainfall days in January
Omaha, NE

Average rainfall days in January - Omaha, NE
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Omaha, NE

Average snowfall in January - Omaha, NE
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.56").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Omaha, NE

Average snowfall days in January - Omaha, NE
  • Average snowfall days in January: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.8 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
Omaha, NE

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Omaha, 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: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Omaha, NE

Average sunshine days in January - Omaha, NE
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.9 days).

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Average UV index in January
Omaha, NE

Average UV index in January - Omaha, 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in January
Omaha, NE

Average cloud cover in January - Omaha, 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 26).

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Average visibility in January
Omaha, NE

Average visibility in January - Omaha, 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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