January weather forecast
Box Elder, MT

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Box Elder, Montana, with temperature in the range of an average high of 27.7°F (-2.4°C) and an average low of 15.1°F (-9.4°C).

Temperature

Box Elder's average high-temperature in January sits at a still subzero cold 27.7°F (-2.4°C), showing little difference from the previous month. January's average low-temperature reading settles at a still subzero cold 15.1°F (-9.4°C).

Humidity

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 4.2 days. Throughout January, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Box Elder, during the entire year, the rain falls for 103.8 days and collects up to 11.26" (286mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Box Elder, Montana, are January through May, September through December. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 11.5 days and typically aggregates up to 3.9" (99mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Box Elder, Montana, the average length of the day in January is 8h and 52min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:16 pm MST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 5.4h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in January leads to these recommendations:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jul 28, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in January?

In Box Elder, in January, the average high-temperature is 27.7°F (-2.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 15.1°F (-9.4°C).

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 82%, January is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in January?

In Box Elder, the average relative humidity in January is 82%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Box Elder, Montana, in January, it is raining for 4.2 days, with typically 0.55" (14mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 11.5 days and typically aggregates up to 3.9" (99mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January in Box Elder?

In Box Elder, Montana, during January, snow falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.9" (99mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

The average day length in January is 8h and 52min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:16 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 5.4h.

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.

How high is the UV index in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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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
Box Elder, MT

Average temperature in January - Box Elder, MT
  • Average high temperature in January: 27.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (27.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 15.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (14°F).

Average pressure in January
Box Elder, MT

Average pressure in January - Box Elder, MT
  • Average pressure in January: 30.12"Hg

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

Average wind speed in January
Box Elder, MT

Average wind speed in January - Box Elder, MT
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.4mph).

Average humidity in January
Box Elder, MT

Average humidity in January - Box Elder, MT
  • Average humidity in January: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (41%).

Average rainfall in January
Box Elder, MT

Average rainfall in January - Box Elder, MT
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.43").

Average rainfall days in January
Box Elder, MT

Average rainfall days in January - Box Elder, MT
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.7 days).

Average snowfall in January
Box Elder, MT

Average snowfall in January - Box Elder, MT
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.9"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.9").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Box Elder, MT

Average snowfall days in January - Box Elder, MT
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Box Elder, MT

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Box Elder, MT
  • Average daylight in January: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in January
Box Elder, MT

Average sunshine days in January - Box Elder, MT
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.2 days).

Average UV index in January
Box Elder, MT

Average UV index in January - Box Elder, 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
Box Elder, MT

Average cloud cover in January - Box Elder, MT
  • Average cloud cover in January: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 16).

Average visibility in January
Box Elder, MT

Average visibility in January - Box Elder, 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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