January weather forecast
Moorhead, MT

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Moorhead, Montana, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.8°F (-0.1°C) and 16.2°F (-8.8°C).

Temperature

Upon the onset of January, Moorhead witnesses an average high-temperature of a still subzero cold 31.8°F (-0.1°C), showing a close resemblance to the prior month. An average low-temperature of 16.2°F (-8.8°C) is noted during the nights in January.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In Moorhead, in January, it is raining for 6.3 days, with typically 0.75" (19mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 127.6 rainfall days, and 14.25" (362mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In Moorhead, during January, snow falls for 12 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.45" (113mm) of snow. In Moorhead, during the entire year, snow falls for 65.3 days and aggregates up to 28.82" (732mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 14min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:09 pm MST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 6.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in January?

In Moorhead, 31.8°F (-0.1°C) is the average high-temperature and 16.2°F (-8.8°C) is the average low-temperature during January.

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 79%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Moorhead, in January, it is raining for 6.3 days, with typically 0.75" (19mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Moorhead, in January, snow falls for 12 days, with typically accumulated 4.45" (113mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Moorhead have in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 14min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:09 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Moorhead have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 6.1h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Moorhead, MT

Average temperature in January - Moorhead, MT
  • Average high temperature in January: 31.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (31.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 16.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (16.2°F).

Average pressure in January
Moorhead, MT

Average pressure in January - Moorhead, 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
Moorhead, MT

Average wind speed in January - Moorhead, MT
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and December (6.8mph).

Average humidity in January
Moorhead, MT

Average humidity in January - Moorhead, MT
  • Average humidity in January: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (40%).

Average rainfall in January
Moorhead, MT

Average rainfall in January - Moorhead, MT
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.64").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.67").

Average rainfall days in January
Moorhead, MT

Average rainfall days in January - Moorhead, MT
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Moorhead, MT

Average snowfall in January - Moorhead, MT
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.45"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Moorhead, MT

Average snowfall days in January - Moorhead, MT
  • Average snowfall days in January: 12 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (14.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Moorhead, MT
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 6h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in January
Moorhead, MT

Average sunshine days in January - Moorhead, MT
  • Average sunshine days in January: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.6 days).

Average UV index in January
Moorhead, MT

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Moorhead, MT

Average cloud cover in January - Moorhead, MT
  • Average cloud cover in January: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 41).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in January
Moorhead, MT

Average visibility in January - Moorhead, 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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