January weather forecast
Ledger, MT

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Ledger, Montana, with an average temperature varying between 17.1°F (-8.3°C) and 29.8°F (-1.2°C).

Temperature

The transition from December to January sees average high-temperatures adjusting to a still subzero cold 29.8°F (-1.2°C), from a not significantly different 28.6°F (-1.9°C). Ledger's temperature in January lowers to a consistent average of 17.1°F (-8.3°C) during the nights.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 77%, January is the most humid month.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 4.2 days and typically collects 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In Ledger, during January, snow falls for 12.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.31" (84mm) of snow. In Ledger, during the entire year, snow falls for 68.2 days and aggregates up to 25.63" (651mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Ledger, the average length of the day in January is 8h and 53min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:18 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 5:24 pm MST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 5.6h.

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 minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in January leads to these recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 23, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is January?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Ledger, is 29.8°F (-1.2°C) and the average low-temperature is 17.1°F (-8.3°C).

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 77%, January is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in January?

In Ledger, the average relative humidity in January is 77%.

What is the driest month in Ledger?

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 4.2 days and typically collects 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in January?

In Ledger, Montana, in January, it is raining for 4.2 days, with typically 0.51" (13mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 12.2 days. Throughout January, 3.31" (84mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Ledger have in January?

In Ledger, the average day length in January is 8h and 53min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January in Ledger, sunrise is at 8:18 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 5:24 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 5.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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?

In Ledger, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Ledger, MT

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (28.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 17.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (57.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (16°F).

Average pressure in January
Ledger, MT

Average pressure in January - Ledger, 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 (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Ledger, MT

Average wind speed in January - Ledger, MT
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Ledger, MT

Average humidity in January - Ledger, MT
  • Average humidity in January: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (40%).

Average rainfall in January
Ledger, MT

Average rainfall in January - Ledger, MT
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.36").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.51").

Average rainfall days in January
Ledger, MT

Average rainfall days in January - Ledger, MT
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.2 days).

Average snowfall in January
Ledger, MT

Average snowfall in January - Ledger, MT
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.88").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Ledger, MT

Average snowfall days in January - Ledger, MT
  • Average snowfall days in January: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (12.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Ledger, 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: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Ledger, MT

Average sunshine days in January - Ledger, MT
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.2 days).

Average UV index in January
Ledger, MT

Average UV index in January - Ledger, 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
Ledger, MT

Average cloud cover in January - Ledger, MT
  • Average cloud cover in January: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in January
Ledger, MT

Average visibility in January - Ledger, 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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