January weather forecast
Glendive, MT

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The calm Yellowstone River running under a bridge through a vast industrial landscape, in Glendive, Montana
The calm Yellowstone River running under a bridge through a vast industrial landscape, in Glendive, Montana

Weather in January

January typically introduces the new year with a chill in Glendive, Montana, as it is the coldest month of the year. The hours of daylight are scarce, adding to the frigid temperatures. Snowfall is a common occurrence, making it an exciting time for winter sports enthusiasts. The month yields to February with a slight increase in temperature. One extreme is the high amount of snowfall averaging 1.85" (47mm) and humidity hitting 85%.

Temperature

January brings the lowest temperatures, with an average high of 25.9°F (-3.4°C) and an average low of 12.6°F (-10.8°C).

Humidity

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 85%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall are January, March and November Rain falls for 3.2 days and accumulates 0.35" (9mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Glendive, during January, snow falls for 9.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Glendive, there are 45.2 snowfall days, and 10.55" (268mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:19 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:59 pm MST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 5h.

UV index

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

January tends to be the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a daily high of 25.9°F (-3.4°C) and a low of 12.6°F (-10.8°C).

How cold is it in January?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Glendive, is 25.9°F (-3.4°C) and the average low-temperature is 12.6°F (-10.8°C).

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 85%, January is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 85%.

What is the driest month?

January, March and November are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 3.2 days and typically aggregates up to 0.35" (9mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 3.2 days. Throughout January, 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In Glendive, during January, snow falls for 9.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Glendive have in January?

In Glendive, the average day length in January is 9h and 1min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:59 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In Glendive, Montana, the average sunshine duration in January is 5h.

What is the UV index reading in January in Glendive?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Glendive, MT

Average temperature in January - Glendive, MT
  • Average high temperature in January: 25.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 12.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.6°F).

Average pressure in January
Glendive, MT

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Glendive, MT

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Glendive, MT

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (43%).

Average rainfall in January
Glendive, MT

Average rainfall in January - Glendive, MT
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.73").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, March and November (0.35").

Average rainfall days in January
Glendive, MT

Average rainfall days in January - Glendive, MT
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (12.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.1 days).

Average snowfall in January
Glendive, MT

Average snowfall in January - Glendive, MT
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.85"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.68").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Glendive, MT

Average snowfall days in January - Glendive, MT
  • Average snowfall days in January: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Glendive, MT
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Glendive, MT

Average sunshine days in January - Glendive, MT
  • Average sunshine days in January: 20.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (14.9 days).

Average UV index in January
Glendive, MT

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Glendive, MT

Average cloud cover in January - Glendive, MT
  • Average cloud cover in January: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 17).

Average visibility in January
Glendive, MT

Average visibility in January - Glendive, 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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