January weather forecast
Kicking Horse, MT

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Kicking Horse, Montana, with an average temperature varying between 18°F (-7.8°C) and 29.8°F (-1.2°C).

Temperature

The introduction of January notes a subtle temperature variation to a still subzero cold 29.8°F (-1.2°C) from December's 28.4°F (-2°C). During January, an average low-temperature of 18°F (-7.8°C) is observed.

Humidity

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 91%.

Rainfall

In Kicking Horse, in January, during 9.1 rainfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Kicking Horse, during the entire year, the rain falls for 129.9 days and collects up to 13.5" (343mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In Kicking Horse, in January, during 13.9 snowfall days, 5.91" (150mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Kicking Horse, during the entire year, snow falls for 67.1 days and aggregates up to 28.27" (718mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 8h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:23 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 5:35 pm MST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Kicking Horse is January, with an average of 4.7h of sunshine.

UV index

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during January, leads to the following recommendations:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Aug 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in January?

In Kicking Horse, in January, the average high-temperature is 29.8°F (-1.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 18°F (-7.8°C).

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 91%.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 91%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 9.1 days. Throughout January, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In Kicking Horse, Montana, during January, snow falls for 13.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.91" (150mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Kicking Horse have in January?

In January, the average day length is 8h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Kicking Horse?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:23 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 5:35 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine in Kicking Horse is January, with an average of 4.7h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In Kicking Horse, the average sunshine duration in January is 4.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Kicking Horse?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Kicking Horse is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Kicking Horse, MT

Average temperature in January - Kicking Horse, MT
  • Average high temperature in January: 29.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (28.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 18°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (49.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (16.7°F).

Average pressure in January
Kicking Horse, MT

Average pressure in January - Kicking Horse, MT
  • Average pressure in January: 30.18"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.18"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Kicking Horse, MT

Average wind speed in January - Kicking Horse, MT
  • Average wind speed in January: 3.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (4.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January, August and December (3.9mph).

Average humidity in January
Kicking Horse, MT

Average humidity in January - Kicking Horse, MT
  • Average humidity in January: 91%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (49%).

Average rainfall in January
Kicking Horse, MT

Average rainfall in January - Kicking Horse, MT
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.2").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0.63").

Average rainfall days in January
Kicking Horse, MT

Average rainfall days in January - Kicking Horse, MT
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (7.4 days).

Average snowfall in January
Kicking Horse, MT

Average snowfall in January - Kicking Horse, MT
  • Average snowfall in January: 5.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Kicking Horse, MT

Average snowfall days in January - Kicking Horse, MT
  • Average snowfall days in January: 13.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (14.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Kicking Horse, MT

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in January
Kicking Horse, MT

Average sunshine days in January - Kicking Horse, MT
  • Average sunshine days in January: 13.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11 days).

Average UV index in January
Kicking Horse, MT

Average UV index in January - Kicking Horse, 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 February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Kicking Horse, MT

Average cloud cover in January - Kicking Horse, MT
  • Average cloud cover in January: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in January
Kicking Horse, MT

Average visibility in January - Kicking Horse, MT
  • Average visibility in January: 4mi

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

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