January weather forecast
Dunkirk, MT

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Dunkirk, Montana, with temperature in the range of an average low of 16°F (-8.9°C) and an average high of 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

Temperature

January registers an average high-temperature of a still subzero cold 28.8°F (-1.8°C), slightly varied from December's 27.7°F (-2.4°C). An average low-temperature of 16°F (-8.9°C) marks the nights in Dunkirk, Montana throughout January.

Humidity

The most humid month in Dunkirk is January, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall are January and December Rain falls for 3.3 days and accumulates 0.39" (10mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Dunkirk, Montana, are January through May, September through December. In January, in Dunkirk, it is snowing for 9.4 days. Throughout January, 2.68" (68mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 53.7 snowfall days, and 20.47" (520mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Dunkirk is 8h and 51min.
On the first day of January in Dunkirk, sunrise is at 8:18 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 5:23 pm MST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Dunkirk, Montana, is January, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in January interprets into the following recommendations:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is January in Dunkirk?

The high-temperature, in January, in Dunkirk, is 28.8°F (-1.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 16°F (-8.9°C).

What is the most humid month in Dunkirk?

With an average relative humidity of 80%, January is the most humid month in Dunkirk.

What is the average humidity in January in Dunkirk?

In January, the average relative humidity in Dunkirk, Montana, is 80%.

What is the driest month in Dunkirk?

The months with the least rainfall in Dunkirk are January and December Rain falls for 3.3 days and accumulates 0.39" (10mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in Dunkirk in January?

In Dunkirk, Montana, in January, it is raining for 3.3 days, with typically 0.39" (10mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Dunkirk in January?

In Dunkirk, during January, snow falls for 9.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January in Dunkirk?

In January, the average day length in Dunkirk is 8h and 51min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Dunkirk?

On the first day of January in Dunkirk, Montana, sunrise is at 8:18 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 5:23 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Dunkirk?

January has the least sunshine of the year in Dunkirk, Montana, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Dunkirk have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Dunkirk is 5.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Dunkirk?

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

What is the UV index reading in January in Dunkirk?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Dunkirk is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Dunkirk, MT

Average temperature in January - Dunkirk, MT
  • Average high temperature in January: 28.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (27.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 16°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (58.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (15.4°F).

Average pressure in January
Dunkirk, MT

Average pressure in January - Dunkirk, MT
  • Average pressure in January: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Dunkirk, MT

Average wind speed in January - Dunkirk, MT
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.7mph).

Average humidity in January
Dunkirk, MT

Average humidity in January - Dunkirk, MT
  • Average humidity in January: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (40%).

Average rainfall in January
Dunkirk, MT

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.01").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (0.39").

Average rainfall days in January
Dunkirk, MT

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.1 days).

Average snowfall in January
Dunkirk, MT

Average snowfall in January - Dunkirk, MT
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.68"

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
Dunkirk, MT

Average snowfall days in January - Dunkirk, MT
  • Average snowfall days in January: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 6min).
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 January (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in January
Dunkirk, MT

Average sunshine days in January - Dunkirk, MT
  • Average sunshine days in January: 19.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (22.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.7 days).

Average UV index in January
Dunkirk, MT

Average UV index in January - Dunkirk, 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
Dunkirk, MT

Average cloud cover in January - Dunkirk, MT
  • Average cloud cover in January: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 15).

Average visibility in January
Dunkirk, MT

Average visibility in January - Dunkirk, 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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