January weather forecast
Sheridan, MT

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Sheridan, Montana, is another subzero cold winter month, with an average temperature ranging between min 13.6°F (-10.2°C) and max 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

Temperature

The beginning of January records an average high-temperature of a still freezing cold 28.8°F (-1.8°C), marking a negligible difference from December's 26.4°F (-3.1°C). Sheridan records an average low of 13.6°F (-10.2°C) throughout the nights in January.

Humidity

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 85%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall in Sheridan, Montana. Rain falls for 11.7 days and accumulates 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Sheridan, during January, snow falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of snow. In Sheridan, during the entire year, snow falls for 20.8 days and aggregates up to 5.12" (130mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Sheridan, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 12min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:08 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:33 pm MST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 6.2h.

UV index

January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during January translates into the following guidance:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to 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 Sheridan?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and 13.6°F (-10.2°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month in Sheridan?

January is the most humid month in Sheridan, Montana, with an average relative humidity of 85%.

What is the average humidity in January in Sheridan?

The average relative humidity in January is 85%.

What is the driest month in Sheridan?

January is the month with the least rainfall in Sheridan. Rain falls for 11.7 days and accumulates 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in Sheridan?

In Sheridan, in January, it is raining for 11.7 days, with typically 0.59" (15mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Sheridan?

In Sheridan, Montana, in January, snow falls for 4.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.75" (19mm) of snow.

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

The average day length in January in Sheridan, Montana, is 9h and 12min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Sheridan?

On the first day of January in Sheridan, sunrise is at 8:08 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:33 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Sheridan have in January?

In Sheridan, Montana, the average sunshine duration in January is 6.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Sheridan?

January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Sheridan?

In Sheridan, Montana, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Sheridan, MT

Average temperature in January - Sheridan, MT
  • Average high temperature in January: 28.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (26.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 13.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (47.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (11.3°F).

Average pressure in January
Sheridan, MT

Average pressure in January - Sheridan, MT
  • Average pressure in January: 30.23"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.23"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Sheridan, MT

Average wind speed in January - Sheridan, MT
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (6.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).

Average humidity in January
Sheridan, MT

Average humidity in January - Sheridan, MT
  • Average humidity in January: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (46%).

Average rainfall in January
Sheridan, MT

Average rainfall in January - Sheridan, MT
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.85").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in January
Sheridan, MT

Average rainfall days in January - Sheridan, MT
  • Average rainfall days in January: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in January
Sheridan, MT

Average snowfall in January - Sheridan, MT
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.75"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.81").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Sheridan, MT

Average snowfall days in January - Sheridan, MT
  • Average snowfall days in January: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Sheridan, 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 month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in January
Sheridan, MT

Average sunshine days in January - Sheridan, MT
  • Average sunshine days in January: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (7.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Sheridan, MT

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Sheridan, MT

Average cloud cover in January - Sheridan, MT
  • Average cloud cover in January: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 42).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in January
Sheridan, MT

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

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

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