January weather forecast
Scottsbluff, NE

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Weather in January

January weather in Scottsbluff, Nebraska experiences the cold bite of winter with the lowest average temperatures of 21°F (-6.1°C) and with highs peaking at 36.7°F (2.6°C). The cool season firmly establishes its grip with residents often witnessing occasional snowfall while the month also maintains a relatively high level of humidity. Despite these frosty conditions, January offers approximately 6.5 hours of daily sunshine to enjoy, providing a bright contrast against winter's chill. Throughout the month, the signature Great Plains winds can be felt with speeds commonly reaching 10.9mph (17.5km/h). The quiet landscape of January, in its winter repose, hints at the change of seasons soon to approach.

Temperature

January in Scottsbluff denotes a minimal variation in the average high-temperature to a still icy 36.7°F (2.6°C) from December's 35.8°F (2.1°C). Scottsbluff witnesses an average low-temperature of 21°F (-6.1°C) throughout the month of January.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 69%, January is the most humid month.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall in Scottsbluff, Nebraska. Rain falls for 3.9 days and accumulates 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall in Scottsbluff. In January, it is snowing for 6.8 days. Throughout January, 1.69" (43mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Scottsbluff, there are 39.7 snowfall days, and 17.36" (441mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Scottsbluff is 9h and 33min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:07 pm MST.

Sunshine

In Scottsbluff, the average sunshine in January is 6.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Scottsbluff are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: During January, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Scottsbluff in January?

In January, in Scottsbluff, the average high-temperature is 36.7°F (2.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 21°F (-6.1°C).

What is the most humid month in Scottsbluff?

The most humid month in Scottsbluff is January, with an average relative humidity of 69%.

What is the average humidity in January in Scottsbluff?

The average relative humidity in January in Scottsbluff is 69%.

What is the driest month in Scottsbluff?

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 3.9 days and accumulates 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Scottsbluff in January?

In Scottsbluff, Nebraska, in January, during 3.9 rainfall days, 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Scottsbluff?

In Scottsbluff, during January, snow falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Scottsbluff have in January?

In Scottsbluff, the average day length in January is 9h and 33min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Scottsbluff?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:07 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Scottsbluff?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Scottsbluff, Nebraska, is 6.5h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in January in Scottsbluff?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Scottsbluff is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Scottsbluff, NE

Average temperature in January - Scottsbluff, NE
  • Average high temperature in January: 36.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (35.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 21°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (20.7°F).

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Average pressure in January
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Average pressure in January - Scottsbluff, NE
  • Average pressure in January: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
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Average wind speed in January - Scottsbluff, NE
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.9mph).

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Average humidity in January
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Average humidity in January - Scottsbluff, NE
  • Average humidity in January: 69%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (69%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (47%).

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Average rainfall in January
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Average rainfall in January - Scottsbluff, NE
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").

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Average rainfall days in January
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Average rainfall days in January - Scottsbluff, NE
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (3.5 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Scottsbluff, NE

Average snowfall in January - Scottsbluff, NE
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.69"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.99").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
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Average snowfall days in January - Scottsbluff, NE
  • Average snowfall days in January: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Scottsbluff, NE
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 6h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in January
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Average sunshine days in January - Scottsbluff, NE
  • Average sunshine days in January: 21.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.9 days).

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Average UV index in January
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Average UV index in January - Scottsbluff, 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 - Scottsbluff, NE
  • Average cloud cover in January: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 35).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 17).

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Average visibility in January
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Average visibility in January - Scottsbluff, 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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