January weather forecast
Shepherd, MT

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Weather in January

January is a cold winter month in Shepherd, Montana, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32.2°F (0.1°C) and 19.2°F (-7.1°C).

Temperature

December's transformation into January witnesses an average high-temperature of an icy 32.2°F (0.1°C), noting a minor change from the preceding month. Shepherd cools down to an average low-temperature of 19.2°F (-7.1°C) throughout the month of January.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 76%, January is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In Shepherd, in January, it is raining for 5.6 days, with typically 0.83" (21mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Shepherd, during the entire year, the rain falls for 120.5 days and collects up to 13.54" (344mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In Shepherd, in January, during 12.8 snowfall days, 5.43" (138mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Shepherd, Montana, there are 68.6 snowfall days, and 32.56" (827mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Shepherd is 9h and 8min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:16 pm MST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 5.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Shepherd are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in January leads to these recommendations:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is January in Shepherd?

Shepherd in January has an average high-temperature of 32.2°F (0.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 19.2°F (-7.1°C).

What is the most humid month in Shepherd?

The most humid month in Shepherd, Montana, is January, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in January in Shepherd?

In Shepherd, Montana, the average relative humidity in January is 76%.

How many days does it rain in January in Shepherd?

In Shepherd, during January, the rain falls for 5.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Shepherd in January?

In Shepherd, Montana, in January, snow falls for 12.8 days, with typically accumulated 5.43" (138mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January in Shepherd?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 8min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Shepherd?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:16 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Shepherd?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 5.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Shepherd?

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 Shepherd?

In Shepherd, Montana, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Shepherd, MT

Average temperature in January - Shepherd, MT
  • Average high temperature in January: 32.2°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: 19.2°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (18.3°F).

Average pressure in January
Shepherd, MT

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Shepherd, MT

Average wind speed in January - Shepherd, MT
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.1mph).

Average humidity in January
Shepherd, MT

Average humidity in January - Shepherd, MT
  • Average humidity in January: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (40%).

Average rainfall in January
Shepherd, MT

Average rainfall in January - Shepherd, MT
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.43").

Average rainfall days in January
Shepherd, MT

Average rainfall days in January - Shepherd, MT
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.6 days).

Average snowfall in January
Shepherd, MT

Average snowfall in January - Shepherd, MT
  • Average snowfall in January: 5.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.61").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Shepherd, MT

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

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

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in January
Shepherd, MT

Average sunshine days in January - Shepherd, MT
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (9.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Shepherd, MT

Average UV index in January - Shepherd, 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
Shepherd, MT

Average cloud cover in January - Shepherd, MT
  • Average cloud cover in January: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in January
Shepherd, MT

Average visibility in January - Shepherd, 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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