January weather forecast
Joplin, MT

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Joplin, Montana, is another subzero cold winter month, with an average temperature ranging between max 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and min 16.7°F (-8.5°C).

Temperature

Joplin in January witnesses an average high-temperature of a still subzero cold 28.8°F (-1.8°C), indicating a slight variation from December's 28.2°F (-2.1°C). Joplin reports a consistent average low-temperature of 16.7°F (-8.5°C) throughout January nights.

Humidity

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

In Joplin, during January, the rain falls for 5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Joplin, there are 113.8 rainfall days, and 11.89" (302mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In January, it is snowing for 12.5 days. Throughout January, 4.25" (108mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 65.1 snowfall days, and 24.69" (627mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Joplin, the average length of the day in January is 8h and 50min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:15 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:19 pm MST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Aug 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is January?

Joplin in January has an average high-temperature of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 16.7°F (-8.5°C).

What is the most humid month?

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 81%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Joplin, in January, it is raining for 5 days, with typically 0.63" (16mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in January?

In Joplin, in January, during 12.5 snowfall days, 4.25" (108mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Joplin have in January?

In Joplin, the average day length in January is 8h and 50min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Joplin?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:15 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, in Joplin, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:19 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January and December, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Joplin have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 5.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Joplin?

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

How high is the UV index in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. 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 snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in January
Joplin, MT

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (28.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 16.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (16.3°F).

Average pressure in January
Joplin, MT

Average pressure in January - Joplin, 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
Joplin, MT

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.5mph).

Average humidity in January
Joplin, MT

Average humidity in January - Joplin, MT
  • Average humidity in January: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (39%).

Average rainfall in January
Joplin, MT

Average rainfall in January - Joplin, MT
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.32").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.59").

Average rainfall days in January
Joplin, MT

Average rainfall days in January - Joplin, MT
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5 days).

Average snowfall in January
Joplin, MT

Average snowfall in January - Joplin, MT
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.25"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Joplin, MT

Average snowfall days in January - Joplin, MT
  • Average snowfall days in January: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (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
Joplin, MT

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Joplin, 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: 12h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in January
Joplin, MT

Average sunshine days in January - Joplin, MT
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.7 days).

Average UV index in January
Joplin, MT

Average UV index in January - Joplin, 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
Joplin, MT

Average cloud cover in January - Joplin, MT
  • Average cloud cover in January: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 15).

Average visibility in January
Joplin, MT

Average visibility in January - Joplin, 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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