January weather forecast
Wolf Creek, MT

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Weather in January

January in Wolf Creek, Montana, displays a typical winter weather, bearing the brunt of frigid temperatures and consistent snowfall. Notably, the lowest temperature of the year occurs this month, falling to as low as 16.7°F (-8.5°C). Stinging cold winds, blowing at a speed of approximately 8.6mph (13.8km/h), only add to the intensity of the chill. Even in the daylight, which lasts for a meager 9 hours, the town receives only 5.7 hours of sunshine. Notwithstanding these conditions, many consider the snow-clad landscape of Wolf Creek to be a sight of mesmerizing beauty.

Temperature

Wolf Creek greets January with an average high-temperature of a still freezing cold 30.7°F (-0.7°C), marking a slight deviation from the preceding month. Wolf Creek, in the month of January, anticipates a consistent average low-temperature of 16.7°F (-8.5°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 83%, January is the most humid month.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 4.7 days and typically collects 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Wolf Creek, Montana, in January, during 10 snowfall days, 3.23" (82mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Wolf Creek, there are 59.6 snowfall days, and 31.89" (810mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:13 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of January, in Wolf Creek, Montana, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 5:28 pm MST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.7h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in January interprets into the following advice:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is January?

Wolf Creek in January has an average high-temperature of 30.7°F (-0.7°C) and an average low-temperature of 16.7°F (-8.5°C).

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month in Wolf Creek is January, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 83%.

What is the driest month?

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 4.7 days and accumulates 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in January?

In Wolf Creek, Montana, during January, the rain falls for 4.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in January?

In Wolf Creek, in January, during 10 snowfall days, 3.23" (82mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Wolf Creek have in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 2min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

On the first day of January in Wolf Creek, sunrise is at 8:13 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 5:28 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January has the least sunshine of the year in Wolf Creek, with an average of 5.7h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 5.7h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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 reading in January?

In Wolf Creek, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Wolf Creek, MT

Average temperature in January - Wolf Creek, MT
  • Average high temperature in January: 30.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (28.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 16.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (52°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (14.7°F).

Average pressure in January
Wolf Creek, MT

Average pressure in January - Wolf Creek, MT
  • Average pressure in January: 30.16"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and December (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Wolf Creek, MT

Average wind speed in January - Wolf Creek, MT
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.1mph).

Average humidity in January
Wolf Creek, MT

Average humidity in January - Wolf Creek, MT
  • Average humidity in January: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (45%).

Average rainfall in January
Wolf Creek, MT

Average rainfall in January - Wolf Creek, MT
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

Average rainfall days in January
Wolf Creek, MT

Average rainfall days in January - Wolf Creek, MT
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (3.9 days).

Average snowfall in January
Wolf Creek, MT

Average snowfall in January - Wolf Creek, MT
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.23"

The month with the highest snowfall is April (5.12").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Wolf Creek, MT

Average snowfall days in January - Wolf Creek, MT
  • Average snowfall days in January: 10 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Wolf Creek, MT

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in January
Wolf Creek, MT

Average sunshine days in January - Wolf Creek, MT
  • Average sunshine days in January: 19.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.4 days).

Average UV index in January
Wolf Creek, MT

Average UV index in January - Wolf Creek, 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, April, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Wolf Creek, MT

Average cloud cover in January - Wolf Creek, MT
  • Average cloud cover in January: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 15).

Average visibility in January
Wolf Creek, MT

Average visibility in January - Wolf Creek, 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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