January weather forecast
Essex, MT

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Essex, Montana, with temperature in the range of an average low of 13.3°F (-10.4°C) and an average high of 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

Temperature

With the onset of January, the average high-temperature registers at a still subzero cold 25.5°F (-3.6°C), subtly different from December's 23.2°F (-4.9°C). In Essex, the average temperature during the nights of January drops to a frigid cold 13.3°F (-10.4°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 93%, January is the most humid month.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 5.5 days and typically aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Essex are January through June, September through December. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 22.3 days and accumulates 20.16" (512mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 8h and 53min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:25 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 5:31 pm MST.

Sunshine

With an average of 3.1h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: During January, 1 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is January in Essex?

In Essex, in January, the average high-temperature is 25.5°F (-3.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 13.3°F (-10.4°C).

What is the most humid month in Essex?

With an average relative humidity of 93%, January is the most humid month in Essex, Montana.

What is the average humidity in January in Essex?

The average relative humidity in January in Essex, Montana, is 93%.

What is the rainiest month in Essex?

January is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 5.5 days and accumulates 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in Essex?

In January, the rain falls for 5.5 days. Throughout January, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Essex?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 22.3 days and typically aggregates up to 20.16" (512mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Essex in January?

In Essex, Montana, in January, snow falls for 22.3 days, with typically accumulated 20.16" (512mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Essex have in January?

In Essex, Montana, the average day length in January is 8h and 53min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Essex?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:25 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 5:31 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Essex?

With an average of 3.1h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Essex.

How many hours of sunshine does Essex have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 3.1h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in January in Essex?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Essex, Montana, is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in January
Essex, MT

Average temperature in January - Essex, MT
  • Average high temperature in January: 25.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (73°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (23.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 13.3°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (44.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (10.9°F).

Average pressure in January
Essex, MT

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Essex, MT

Average wind speed in January - Essex, MT
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Essex, MT

Average humidity in January - Essex, MT
  • Average humidity in January: 93%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (56%).

Average rainfall in January
Essex, MT

Average rainfall in January - Essex, MT
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (2.56").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.71").

Average rainfall days in January
Essex, MT

Average rainfall days in January - Essex, MT
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Essex, MT

Average snowfall in January - Essex, MT
  • Average snowfall in January: 20.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (20.16").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Essex, MT

Average snowfall days in January - Essex, MT
  • Average snowfall days in January: 22.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (22.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Essex, 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: 3h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
Essex, MT

Average sunshine days in January - Essex, MT
  • Average sunshine days in January: 8.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.2 days).

Average UV index in January
Essex, MT

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Essex, MT

Average cloud cover in January - Essex, MT
  • Average cloud cover in January: 71

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 71).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 17).

Average visibility in January
Essex, MT

Average visibility in January - Essex, MT
  • Average visibility in January: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (4mi).

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