January weather forecast
Virden, MT

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Virden, Montana, is a freezing cold winter month, with an average temperature varying between 16°F (-8.9°C) and 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

Temperature

January's climate shows a minor adjustment in average high-temperatures to a still subzero cold 28.8°F (-1.8°C) from December's 27.7°F (-2.4°C). During the month of January, Virden's nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 16°F (-8.9°C).

Humidity

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

January and December are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 3.3 days and typically aggregates up to 0.39" (10mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In January, it is snowing for 9.4 days. Throughout January, 2.68" (68mm) of snow is accumulated. In Virden, during the entire year, snow falls for 53.7 days and aggregates up to 20.47" (520mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 8h and 51min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:19 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 5:23 pm MST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Virden. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In January, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is January?

In January, in Virden, the average high-temperature is 28.8°F (-1.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 16°F (-8.9°C).

What is the most humid month?

January is the most humid month in Virden, Montana, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in January?

In Virden, the average relative humidity in January is 80%.

What is the driest month?

January and December are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 3.3 days and typically aggregates up to 0.39" (10mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in January?

In January, in Virden, the rain falls for 3.3 days. Throughout January, 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 9.4 days. Throughout January, 2.68" (68mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Virden have in January?

In Virden, Montana, the average day length in January is 8h and 51min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Virden?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:19 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 5:23 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Virden have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Virden is 5.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Virden?

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

How high is the UV index in January?

In Virden, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Virden, MT

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (27.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 16°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (58.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (15.4°F).

Average pressure in January
Virden, MT

Average pressure in January - Virden, MT
  • Average pressure in January: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Virden, MT

Average wind speed in January - Virden, MT
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.7mph).

Average humidity in January
Virden, MT

Average humidity in January - Virden, MT
  • Average humidity in January: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (40%).

Average rainfall in January
Virden, MT

Average rainfall in January - Virden, MT
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.01").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (0.39").

Average rainfall days in January
Virden, MT

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.1 days).

Average snowfall in January
Virden, MT

Average snowfall in January - Virden, MT
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.68"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Virden, MT

Average snowfall days in January - Virden, MT
  • Average snowfall days in January: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Virden, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 2min

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

Average sunshine days in January
Virden, MT

Average sunshine days in January - Virden, MT
  • Average sunshine days in January: 19.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (22.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.7 days).

Average UV index in January
Virden, MT

Average UV index in January - Virden, 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
Virden, MT

Average cloud cover in January - Virden, 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 15).

Average visibility in January
Virden, MT

Average visibility in January - Virden, 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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