January weather forecast
Lima, MT

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Lima, Montana, with temperature in the range of an average low of 10.8°F (-11.8°C) and an average high of 27°F (-2.8°C).

Temperature

The ushering in of January brings an average high-temperature of a still subzero cold 27°F (-2.8°C), closely mirroring the 24.3°F (-4.3°C) of December. In January, the average low-temperature is a frigid cold 10.8°F (-11.8°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Lima are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 86%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 4.6 days and accumulates 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through June, September through December are months with snowfall. In Lima, during January, snow falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.31" (84mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 81.9 snowfall days, and 31.65" (804mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 17min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:37 pm MST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.9h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in January, converts into the following recommendations:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is January?

In Lima, in January, the average high-temperature is 27°F (-2.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 10.8°F (-11.8°C).

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 86%.

What is the average humidity in January?

In Lima, the average relative humidity in January is 86%.

What is the driest month?

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 4.6 days and accumulates 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in January?

In Lima, during January, the rain falls for 4.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Lima?

In Lima, Montana, in January, during 11.8 snowfall days, 3.31" (84mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 17min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:37 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 5.9h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Lima have in January?

In Lima, the average sunshine duration in January is 5.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in January?

In Lima, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in January
Lima, MT

Average temperature in January - Lima, MT
  • Average high temperature in January: 27°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (24.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 10.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (47.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (9.9°F).

Average pressure in January
Lima, MT

Average pressure in January - Lima, MT
  • Average pressure in January: 30.25"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.25"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Lima, MT

Average wind speed in January - Lima, MT
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are November and December (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

Average humidity in January
Lima, MT

Average humidity in January - Lima, MT
  • Average humidity in January: 86%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (43%).

Average rainfall in January
Lima, MT

Average rainfall in January - Lima, MT
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.73").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

Average rainfall days in January
Lima, MT

Average rainfall days in January - Lima, MT
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.6 days).

Average snowfall in January
Lima, MT

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

The month with the highest snowfall is April (4.96").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Lima, MT

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (13.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Lima, MT
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 2min

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

  • 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 January (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in January
Lima, MT

Average sunshine days in January - Lima, MT
  • Average sunshine days in January: 19.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.7 days).

Average UV index in January
Lima, MT

Average UV index in January - Lima, MT
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is February (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Lima, MT

Average cloud cover in January - Lima, MT
  • Average cloud cover in January: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in January
Lima, MT

Average visibility in January - Lima, MT
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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