January weather forecast
Heron, MT

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Heron, Montana, with an average temperature ranging between min 19.6°F (-6.9°C) and max 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

Temperature

The arrival of January is marked by an average high-temperature of a still freezing cold 30.7°F (-0.7°C), bearing a close resemblance to December. The nighttime temperature, during January, averages of 19.6°F (-6.9°C).

Humidity

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 94%.

Rainfall

In Heron, during January, the rain falls for 12.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.54" (90mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 161.9 rainfall days, and 27.48" (698mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 15.9 days and typically aggregates up to 15.87" (403mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 8h and 54min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:33 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:12 am and sunset at 5:41 pm MST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.2h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 1 in January leads to these recommendations:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Heron, records 30.7°F (-0.7°C), while the low-temperature is 19.6°F (-6.9°C).

What is the most humid month in Heron?

With an average relative humidity of 94%, January is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in January?

In Heron, Montana, the average relative humidity in January is 94%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Heron, in January, it is raining for 12.3 days, with typically 3.54" (90mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 15.9 days and typically aggregates up to 15.87" (403mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in January?

In Heron, Montana, in January, during 15.9 snowfall days, 15.87" (403mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Heron have in January?

The average day length in January is 8h and 54min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:33 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:12 am and sunset at 5:41 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 3.2h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In Heron, the average sunshine duration in January is 3.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes 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
Average sunshine days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Heron, MT

Average temperature in January - Heron, MT
  • Average high temperature in January: 30.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (78.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (29.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 19.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (49.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (18.7°F).

Average pressure in January
Heron, MT

Average pressure in January - Heron, MT
  • Average pressure in January: 30.19"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.19"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Heron, MT

Average wind speed in January - Heron, MT
  • Average wind speed in January: 3.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (4.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (3.5mph).

Average humidity in January
Heron, MT

Average humidity in January - Heron, MT
  • Average humidity in January: 94%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (94%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (52%).

Average rainfall in January
Heron, MT

Average rainfall in January - Heron, MT
  • Average rainfall in January: 3.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.55").

Average rainfall days in January
Heron, MT

Average rainfall days in January - Heron, MT
  • Average rainfall days in January: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (6.9 days).

Average snowfall in January
Heron, MT

Average snowfall in January - Heron, MT
  • Average snowfall in January: 15.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (15.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Heron, MT

Average snowfall days in January - Heron, MT
  • Average snowfall days in January: 15.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (19.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Heron, 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 August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in January
Heron, MT

Average sunshine days in January - Heron, MT
  • Average sunshine days in January: 10.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (7.1 days).

Average UV index in January
Heron, MT

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Heron, MT

Average cloud cover in January - Heron, MT
  • Average cloud cover in January: 67

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in January
Heron, MT

Average visibility in January - Heron, MT
  • Average visibility in January: 3mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August and September (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (3mi).

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