January weather forecast
Polk, NE

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Polk, Nebraska, is a wintry winter month, with an average temperature varying between 32.4°F (0.2°C) and 18.7°F (-7.4°C).

Temperature

The coldest period tends to be January, when average temperatures fluctuate between a high of 32.4°F (0.2°C) and a low of 18.7°F (-7.4°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 79%, January is the most humid month in Polk.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall in Polk, Nebraska. Rain falls for 3.6 days and accumulates 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Polk, in January, during 7.7 snowfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Polk, during the entire year, snow falls for 31 days and aggregates up to 13.9" (353mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 37min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of January, in Polk, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:46 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.1h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Polk are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in January translates into the following recommendations:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Polk?

January, noted for its average high-temperature of 32.4°F (0.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 18.7°F (-7.4°C), is considered the coldest month in Polk.

How cold is January in Polk?

January temperatures in Polk, Nebraska, vary between a high-temperature of 32.4°F (0.2°C) and a low-temperature of 18.7°F (-7.4°C).

What is the most humid month in Polk?

January is the most humid month in Polk, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in January in Polk?

In Polk, the average relative humidity in January is 79%.

What is the driest month in Polk?

The month with the least rainfall in Polk, Nebraska, is January, when the rain falls for 3.6 days and typically collects 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Polk in January?

In Polk, during January, the rain falls for 3.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Polk in January?

In January, in Polk, it is snowing for 7.7 days. Throughout January, 2.6" (66mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Polk have in January?

The average day length in January in Polk is 9h and 37min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Polk?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:46 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Polk?

With an average of 5.1h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Polk have in January?

In Polk, the average sunshine duration in January is 5.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Polk?

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

How high is the UV index in January in Polk?

In Polk, Nebraska, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Polk, NE

Average temperature in January - Polk, NE
  • Average high temperature in January: 32.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 18.7°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 (18.7°F).

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Average pressure in January
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Average pressure in January - Polk, 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).

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Average wind speed in January
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Average wind speed in January - Polk, 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 (7.9mph).

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Average humidity in January
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Average humidity in January - Polk, NE
  • Average humidity in January: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (62%).

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

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Average rainfall days in January
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Average rainfall days in January - Polk, NE
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.6 days).

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Average snowfall in January
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Average snowfall in January - Polk, NE
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.6"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.23").
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 - Polk, NE
  • Average snowfall days in January: 7.7 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (7.7 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 - Polk, 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 1min

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 6min).

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.9 days).

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Average UV index in January
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Average UV index in January - Polk, 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
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Average cloud cover in January - Polk, NE
  • Average cloud cover in January: 44

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in January
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Average visibility in January - Polk, 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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