January weather forecast
Plentywood, MT

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Plentywood, Montana, is a freezing cold winter month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 20.7°F (-6.3°C) and an average low of 7.2°F (-13.8°C).

Temperature

The advent of January brings an average high-temperature of a still subzero cold 20.7°F (-6.3°C), exhibiting minor difference from the previous month. Plentywood's nighttime temperature in January drops to an average of 7.2°F (-13.8°C).

Humidity

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 88%, are the most humid months in Plentywood.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 3.3 days. Throughout January, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 93.3 rainfall days, and 12.01" (305mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In January, it is snowing for 12.8 days. Throughout January, 2.87" (73mm) of snow is accumulated. In Plentywood, during the entire year, snow falls for 66.5 days and aggregates up to 19.02" (483mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 8h and 49min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:12 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:53 pm MST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 4.3h.

UV index

In Plentywood, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during January morphs into the following directions:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in January?

In Plentywood, in January, the average high-temperature is 20.7°F (-6.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 7.2°F (-13.8°C).

What is the most humid month?

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 88%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in January?

In Plentywood, the average relative humidity in January is 88%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Plentywood, during January, the rain falls for 3.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Plentywood, Montana, during January, snow falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In January, the average day length is 8h and 49min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:53 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 4.3h.

How high is the UV index in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January 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
Plentywood, MT

Average temperature in January - Plentywood, MT
  • Average high temperature in January: 20.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (19.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 7.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (6.3°F).

Average pressure in January
Plentywood, MT

Average pressure in January - Plentywood, MT
  • Average pressure in January: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Plentywood, MT

Average wind speed in January - Plentywood, MT
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (9.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Plentywood, MT

Average humidity in January - Plentywood, MT
  • Average humidity in January: 88%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (46%).

Average rainfall in January
Plentywood, MT

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.47").

Average rainfall days in January
Plentywood, MT

Average rainfall days in January - Plentywood, MT
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.6 days).

Average snowfall in January
Plentywood, MT

Average snowfall in January - Plentywood, MT
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (3.74").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Plentywood, MT

Average snowfall days in January - Plentywood, MT
  • Average snowfall days in January: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (13.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Plentywood, MT
  • Average daylight in January: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in January
Plentywood, MT

Average sunshine days in January - Plentywood, MT
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (20.1 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and June (13.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Plentywood, MT

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is February (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Plentywood, MT

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 19).

Average visibility in January
Plentywood, MT

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

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (5mi).

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