January weather forecast
Baker, MT

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Weather in January

Starting the year, January brings about the lowest temperatures for Baker, Montana. The bitter cold can achieve lows of 13.3°F (-10.4°C) with high reaching only to 26.1°F (-3.3°C). Snow is a common sight throughout the month, making Baker a winter wonderland. On brighter days, one might enjoy nearly ten hours of daylight. Despite these conditions, the inhabitants of Baker carry on, well adapted to these cold winters.

Temperature

The lowest temperatures are recorded in January, with averages reaching a high of 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and a low of 13.3°F (-10.4°C).

Humidity

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 85%.

Rainfall

January and December are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 3.1 days and typically aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall in Baker. In Baker, in January, during 11.7 snowfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Baker, Montana, during the entire year, snow falls for 62.4 days and aggregates up to 21.97" (558mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 6min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:20 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:59 pm MST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 4.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Baker are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 1 during January, leads to the following recommendations:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

The coldest period tends to be January, when average temperatures fluctuate between a high of 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and a low of 13.3°F (-10.4°C).

How cold is January?

The high-temperature during January is 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and the low-temperature is 13.3°F (-10.4°C).

What is the most humid month in Baker?

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 85%.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 85%.

What is the driest month in Baker?

January and December are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 3.1 days and typically aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Baker, in January, during 3.1 rainfall days, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 11.7 days. Throughout January, 2.95" (75mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Baker have in January?

In Baker, the average day length in January is 9h and 6min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:59 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Baker have in January?

In Baker, the average sunshine duration in January is 4.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in January?

In Baker, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Baker, MT

Average temperature in January - Baker, MT
  • Average high temperature in January: 26.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 13.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.3°F).

Average pressure in January
Baker, MT

Average pressure in January - Baker, MT
  • Average pressure in January: 30.15"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Baker, MT

Average wind speed in January - Baker, MT
  • Average wind speed in January: 11.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and October (11.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (10.1mph).

Average humidity in January
Baker, MT

Average humidity in January - Baker, MT
  • Average humidity in January: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (46%).

Average rainfall in January
Baker, MT

Average rainfall in January - Baker, MT
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.6").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (0.55").

Average rainfall days in January
Baker, MT

Average rainfall days in January - Baker, MT
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.1 days).

Average snowfall in January
Baker, MT

Average snowfall in January - Baker, MT
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.95"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.86").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Baker, MT

Average snowfall days in January - Baker, MT
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Baker, MT
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Baker, MT

Average sunshine days in January - Baker, MT
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.9 days).

Average UV index in January
Baker, MT

Average UV index in January - Baker, MT
  • Average UV index in January: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Baker, MT

Average cloud cover in January - Baker, MT
  • Average cloud cover in January: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 18).

Average visibility in January
Baker, MT

Average visibility in January - Baker, 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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