January weather forecast
Dillon, MT

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Weather in January

January sets the stage for the winter in Dillon, Montana with cold temperatures and increased snowfall dominating the weather pattern. Those attending outside activities need to don their warmest jackets, as the biting winds can make the already low temperatures feel even colder. It registers the highest snowfall of the year, with a dense 3.74" (95mm) of snow usually covering the ground. This colder weather pattern often leads to picturesque views of snow-coated landscapes. However, residents and tourists should be prepared for potential travel disruptions caused by icy conditions.

Temperature

The advent of January presents an average high-temperature of a still subzero cold 27.9°F (-2.3°C), maintaining a close correlation with the preceding month. January generally records an average low-temperature of 12.2°F (-11°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 85%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 8 days and accumulates 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, September through December. In January, it is snowing for 13 days. Throughout January, 3.74" (95mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 81.2 snowfall days, and 29.76" (756mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 13min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 5:35 pm MST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 6.2h.

UV index

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In January, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jul 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is January?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Dillon, is 27.9°F (-2.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 12.2°F (-11°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 85%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 8 days and typically collects 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Dillon, during January, the rain falls for 8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Dillon?

In Dillon, in January, snow falls for 13 days, with typically accumulated 3.74" (95mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 13min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 5:35 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Dillon have in January?

In Dillon, the average sunshine duration in January is 6.2h.

What is the UV index reading in January?

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

Average temperature in January - Dillon, MT
  • Average high temperature in January: 27.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (25.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 12.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (47.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (10.6°F).

Average pressure in January
Dillon, MT

Average pressure in January - Dillon, MT
  • Average pressure in January: 30.24"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.24"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Dillon, MT

Average wind speed in January - Dillon, MT
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in January
Dillon, MT

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (45%).

Average rainfall in January
Dillon, MT

Average rainfall in January - Dillon, MT
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.51").

Average rainfall days in January
Dillon, MT

Average rainfall days in January - Dillon, MT
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.7 days).

Average snowfall in January
Dillon, MT

Average snowfall in January - Dillon, MT
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.74"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.51").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Dillon, MT

Average snowfall days in January - Dillon, MT
  • Average snowfall days in January: 13 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (14.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Dillon, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
Dillon, MT

Average sunshine days in January - Dillon, MT
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.1 days).

Average UV index in January
Dillon, MT

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is February (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Dillon, MT

Average cloud cover in January - Dillon, MT
  • Average cloud cover in January: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 42).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in January
Dillon, MT

Average visibility in January - Dillon, MT
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (5mi).

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