January weather forecast
Hardin, MT

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Weather in January

January in Hardin, Montana, sees the cold grip of winter take hold, often accompanied by a starry spell of clear skies and long, moonlit nights for stargazers. The city becomes a pretty spectacle of crisp, star-white snowfall. Over January, 4.69" (119mm) of snow tends to be recorded, along with a high average temperature of 31.8°F (-0.1°C) and lows that dip to a chilly 17.8°F (-7.9°C). Notably, it is one of the two months of highest snowfall days, matched only by December. Visitors planning a trek should prepare for the elements, keeping warm clothing and suitable hiking gear in their pack.

Temperature

Hardin's average high-temperature in January is a still subzero cold 31.8°F (-0.1°C), marking an insignificant difference from the 31.3°F (-0.4°C) of December. In Hardin, January's nights observe an average temperature dip to a still subzero cold 17.8°F (-7.9°C).

Humidity

The most humid month in Hardin is January, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In Hardin, in January, during 6.8 rainfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Hardin, Montana, during the entire year, the rain falls for 103 days and collects up to 11.97" (304mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In Hardin, in January, during 11.8 snowfall days, 4.69" (119mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Hardin, there are 56.7 snowfall days, and 25.16" (639mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 10min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:14 pm MST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 5.8h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during January leads to these instructions:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Hardin in January?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Hardin, Montana, are 31.8°F (-0.1°C) and 17.8°F (-7.9°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month in Hardin?

With an average relative humidity of 78%, January is the most humid month in Hardin.

What is the average humidity in January in Hardin?

In Hardin, the average relative humidity in January is 78%.

How many days does it rain in January in Hardin?

In Hardin, Montana, during January, the rain falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Hardin?

In January, in Hardin, it is snowing for 11.8 days. Throughout January, 4.69" (119mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Hardin have in January?

In January, the average day length in Hardin is 9h and 10min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Hardin?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, in Hardin, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:14 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Hardin have in January?

In Hardin, Montana, the average sunshine duration in January is 5.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Hardin?

The months with the lowest UV index in Hardin, Montana, are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in January in Hardin?

In Hardin, Montana, the average daily maximum UV index in January 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 rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in January
Hardin, MT

Average temperature in January - Hardin, MT
  • Average high temperature in January: 31.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (31.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 17.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.8°F).

Average pressure in January
Hardin, MT

Average pressure in January - Hardin, 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 (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Hardin, MT

Average wind speed in January - Hardin, MT
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Hardin, MT

Average humidity in January - Hardin, MT
  • Average humidity in January: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (38%).

Average rainfall in January
Hardin, MT

Average rainfall in January - Hardin, MT
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.81").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.63").

Average rainfall days in January
Hardin, MT

Average rainfall days in January - Hardin, MT
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (5.9 days).

Average snowfall in January
Hardin, MT

Average snowfall in January - Hardin, MT
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.69"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Hardin, MT

Average snowfall days in January - Hardin, MT
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Hardin, MT
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Hardin, MT

Average sunshine days in January - Hardin, MT
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (13.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Hardin, MT

Average UV index in January - Hardin, 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 January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Hardin, MT

Average cloud cover in January - Hardin, MT
  • Average cloud cover in January: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in January
Hardin, MT

Average visibility in January - Hardin, 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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