Contents
- Weather in January
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in January
- Average pressure in January
- Average wind speed in January
- Average humidity in January
- Average rainfall in January
- Average rainfall days in January
- Average snowfall in January
- Average snowfall days in January
- Average daylight in January
- Average sunshine in January
- Average sunshine days in January
- Average UV index in January
- Average cloud cover in January
- Average visibility in January
Weather in January
Temperature
With January's arrival, Columbus's weather records an average high-temperature of a wintry 32.5°F (0.3°C), marking little difference from December's 30.9°F (-0.6°C). During the January nights, an average temperature of 19°F (-7.2°C) is observed.Humidity
The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 76%.Rainfall
January is the month with the least rainfall in Columbus. Rain falls for 8 days and accumulates 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In Columbus, in January, snow falls for 11.8 days, with typically accumulated 4.49" (114mm) of snow. In Columbus, during the entire year, snow falls for 63.3 days and aggregates up to 39.09" (993mm) of snow.Daylight
In Columbus, Montana, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 11min.On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:21 pm MST.
Sunshine
In January, the average sunshine is 6.4h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during January translates into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable 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. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Average temperature in January
Columbus, MT
- Average high temperature in January: 32.5°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 (30.9°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 19°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (57.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (17.4°F).
Average pressure in January
Columbus, MT
- Average pressure in January: 30.15"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and December (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).
Average wind speed in January
Columbus, MT
- Average wind speed in January: 8.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.1mph).
Average humidity in January
Columbus, 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 (41%).
Average rainfall in January
Columbus, MT
- Average rainfall in January: 0.63"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.6").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.63").
Average rainfall days in January
Columbus, MT
- Average rainfall days in January: 8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.7 days).
Average snowfall in January
Columbus, MT
- Average snowfall in January: 4.49"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.36").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Columbus, MT
- Average snowfall days in January: 11.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (13.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Columbus, MT
- Average daylight in January: 9h and 1min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in January: 6h and 2min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in January
Columbus, MT
- Average sunshine days in January: 16.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (9.5 days).
Average UV index in January
Columbus, 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, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in January
Columbus, MT
- Average cloud cover in January: 33
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 39).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 14).
Average visibility in January
Columbus, 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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