January weather forecast
Augusta, MT

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Augusta, Montana, is another subzero cold winter month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 18°F (-7.8°C) and an average high of 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

Temperature

January ushers in an average high-temperature of a still subzero cold 30.4°F (-0.9°C), aligning closely with the preceding month. Augusta witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 18°F (-7.8°C) throughout January.

Humidity

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

In Augusta, in January, it is raining for 3.3 days, with typically 0.39" (10mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Augusta, during the entire year, the rain falls for 73.3 days and collects up to 9.17" (233mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Augusta, during January, snow falls for 8.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of snow. In Augusta, during the entire year, snow falls for 50.3 days and aggregates up to 21.26" (540mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Augusta is 8h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:17 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 5:28 pm MST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 5.9h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 in January translates into these instructions:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in January?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Augusta, is 30.4°F (-0.9°C), while the average low-temperature is 18°F (-7.8°C).

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January in Augusta is 76%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 3.3 days. Throughout January, 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In Augusta, during January, snow falls for 8.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

The average day length in January is 8h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:17 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 5:28 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Augusta have in January?

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

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Augusta, MT

Average temperature in January - Augusta, MT
  • Average high temperature in January: 30.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 18°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (55.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (16.2°F).

Average pressure in January
Augusta, MT

Average pressure in January - Augusta, MT
  • Average pressure in January: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Augusta, MT

Average wind speed in January - Augusta, MT
  • Average wind speed in January: 11.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8mph).

Average humidity in January
Augusta, MT

Average humidity in January - Augusta, MT
  • Average humidity in January: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (42%).

Average rainfall in January
Augusta, MT

Average rainfall in January - Augusta, MT
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.35").

Average rainfall days in January
Augusta, MT

Average rainfall days in January - Augusta, MT
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (11.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.7 days).

Average snowfall in January
Augusta, MT

Average snowfall in January - Augusta, MT
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.72"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Augusta, MT

Average snowfall days in January - Augusta, MT
  • Average snowfall days in January: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Augusta, MT

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Augusta, MT
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Augusta, MT

Average sunshine days in January - Augusta, MT
  • Average sunshine days in January: 20.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (23.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (15.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Augusta, MT

Average UV index in January - Augusta, MT
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Augusta, MT

Average cloud cover in January - Augusta, MT
  • Average cloud cover in January: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in January
Augusta, MT

Average visibility in January - Augusta, MT
  • 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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