January weather forecast
Sun River, MT

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Sun River, Montana, is another subzero cold winter month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 31.3°F (-0.4°C) and an average low of 18.7°F (-7.4°C).

Temperature

Sun River, Montana, registers an average high-temperature of a still subzero cold 31.3°F (-0.4°C) with the arrival of January, showing minor deviation from the preceding month. In January, in Sun River, the average low-temperature is a still subzero cold 18.7°F (-7.4°C).

Humidity

January is the most humid month in Sun River, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall are January and July Rain falls for 4.8 days and accumulates 0.63" (16mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Sun River are January through May, September through December. In January, it is snowing for 11.5 days. Throughout January, 4.41" (112mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 69.4 snowfall days, and 35.35" (898mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Sun River is 8h and 58min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:14 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 5:26 pm MST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Sun River are January and December, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in January, converts into the following recommendations:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Sun River in January?

In Sun River, 31.3°F (-0.4°C) is the average high-temperature and 18.7°F (-7.4°C) is the average low-temperature during January.

What is the most humid month in Sun River?

With an average relative humidity of 78%, January is the most humid month in Sun River, Montana.

What is the average humidity in January in Sun River?

In January, the average relative humidity in Sun River, Montana, is 78%.

What is the driest month in Sun River?

January and July are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 4.8 days and typically aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in January in Sun River?

In Sun River, during January, the rain falls for 4.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Sun River?

In January, it is snowing for 11.5 days. Throughout January, 4.41" (112mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Sun River have in January?

The average day length in January in Sun River is 8h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Sun River?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:14 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 5:26 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Sun River?

The months with the least sunshine in Sun River are January and December, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Sun River have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January in Sun River is 5.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Sun River?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January in Sun River?

In Sun River, 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
Sun River, MT

Average temperature in January - Sun River, MT
  • Average high temperature in January: 31.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (29.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 18.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (56.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (17.4°F).

Average pressure in January
Sun River, MT

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and December (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Sun River, MT

Average wind speed in January - Sun River, MT
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and November (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Sun River, MT

Average humidity in January - Sun River, MT
  • Average humidity in January: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (41%).

Average rainfall in January
Sun River, MT

Average rainfall in January - Sun River, MT
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.05").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and July (0.63").

Average rainfall days in January
Sun River, MT

Average rainfall days in January - Sun River, MT
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Sun River, MT

Average snowfall in January - Sun River, MT
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.41"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.34").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Sun River, MT

Average snowfall days in January - Sun River, MT
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (14.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Sun River, MT

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Sun River, MT
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in January
Sun River, MT

Average sunshine days in January - Sun River, MT
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Sun River, MT

Average UV index in January - Sun River, MT
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Sun River, MT

Average cloud cover in January - Sun River, MT
  • Average cloud cover in January: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in January
Sun River, MT

Average visibility in January - Sun River, 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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