January weather forecast
Philipsburg, MT

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Weather in January

January in Philipsburg, Montana features wintery weather conditions. It stands as the month with the lowest average temperatures, low daylight hours and abundant snowfall. The shortest days are observed during January, making the city a perfect spot for moonlight activities. The humidity adds a chilling factor while the gentle breeze continuously cuts through the winter air. The intense winter conditions are marked by an average minimum temperature of 13.3°F (-10.4°C) and snowfall reaching 10.04" (255mm) in a month.

Temperature

Philipsburg in January witnesses an average high-temperature of a still freezing cold 26.8°F (-2.9°C), indicating a slight variation from December's 23.9°F (-4.5°C). During January, Philipsburg witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 13.3°F (-10.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 89%.

Rainfall

In Philipsburg, in January, during 6.2 rainfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 100.3 rainfall days, and 19.06" (484mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through December are months with snowfall. In Philipsburg, in January, snow falls for 17.8 days, with typically accumulated 10.04" (255mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 138.9 snowfall days, and 101.3" (2573mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Philipsburg, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 6min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:16 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 5:35 pm MST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 4.7h of sunshine.

UV index

January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 1 in January translates into this advice:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Jun 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in January?

In January, in Philipsburg, the average high-temperature is 26.8°F (-2.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 13.3°F (-10.4°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 89%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Philipsburg, in January, during 6.2 rainfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Philipsburg?

In Philipsburg, in January, during 17.8 snowfall days, 10.04" (255mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In January, the average day length in Philipsburg is 9h and 6min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:16 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 5:35 pm MST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

January and December, with an average of 4.7h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 4.7h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Philipsburg.

What is the UV index reading in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Philipsburg, MT

Average temperature in January - Philipsburg, MT
  • Average high temperature in January: 26.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (74.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (23.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 13.3°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (45.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (11.3°F).

Average pressure in January
Philipsburg, MT

Average pressure in January - Philipsburg, MT
  • Average pressure in January: 30.21"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.21"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Philipsburg, MT

Average wind speed in January - Philipsburg, MT
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (6.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in January
Philipsburg, MT

Average humidity in January - Philipsburg, MT
  • Average humidity in January: 89%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (51%).

Average rainfall in January
Philipsburg, MT

Average rainfall in January - Philipsburg, MT
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.56").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.87").

Average rainfall days in January
Philipsburg, MT

Average rainfall days in January - Philipsburg, MT
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Philipsburg, MT

Average snowfall in January - Philipsburg, MT
  • Average snowfall in January: 10.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (15.12").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0.04").

Average snowfall days in January
Philipsburg, MT

Average snowfall days in January - Philipsburg, MT
  • Average snowfall days in January: 17.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (21.5 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0.1 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 4min

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

Average sunshine days in January
Philipsburg, MT

Average sunshine days in January - Philipsburg, MT
  • Average sunshine days in January: 13.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Philipsburg, MT

Average UV index in January - Philipsburg, MT
  • Average UV index in January: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Philipsburg, MT

Average cloud cover in January - Philipsburg, MT
  • Average cloud cover in January: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 15).

Average visibility in January
Philipsburg, MT

Average visibility in January - Philipsburg, MT
  • Average visibility in January: 4mi

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

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