January weather forecast
Montana, WV

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is an icy winter month in Montana, West Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 21.9°F (-5.6°C) and 35.6°F (2°C).

Temperature

Montana's January weather, with an average high temperature of 35.6°F (2°C) and an average low temperature of 21.9°F (-5.6°C), tends to be the coldest of the year.

Humidity

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 84%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Montana, in January, during 10.8 rainfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 182.4 rainfall days, and 36.1" (917mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall in Montana, West Virginia, is January, when snow falls for 16.8 days and typically aggregates up to 7.28" (185mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 46min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:38 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 3h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during January translates into the following directions:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jul 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest?

Montana's temperature records reveal January as the coldest month, marked by average highs of 35.6°F (2°C) and lows of 21.9°F (-5.6°C).

How cold is January?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Montana, is 35.6°F (2°C), while the average low-temperature is 21.9°F (-5.6°C).

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 84%.

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 84%.

How many days does it rain in January in Montana?

In Montana, in January, during 10.8 rainfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 16.8 days and accumulates 7.28" (185mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in January?

In Montana, during January, snow falls for 16.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.28" (185mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Montana have in January?

In Montana, the average day length in January is 9h and 46min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:38 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 3h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in January in Montana?

In Montana, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Montana, WV

Average temperature in January - Montana, WV
  • Average high temperature in January: 35.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 21.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.9°F).

Average pressure in January
Montana, WV

Average pressure in January - Montana, WV
  • Average pressure in January: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Montana, WV

Average wind speed in January - Montana, WV
  • Average wind speed in January: 7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Montana, WV

Average humidity in January - Montana, WV
  • Average humidity in January: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (77%).

Average rainfall in January
Montana, WV

Average rainfall in January - Montana, WV
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.13").

Average rainfall days in January
Montana, WV

Average rainfall days in January - Montana, WV
  • Average rainfall days in January: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Montana, WV

Average snowfall in January - Montana, WV
  • Average snowfall in January: 7.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Montana, WV

Average snowfall days in January - Montana, WV
  • Average snowfall days in January: 16.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Montana, WV

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Montana, WV
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in January
Montana, WV

Average sunshine days in January - Montana, WV
  • Average sunshine days in January: 6.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Montana, WV

Average UV index in January - Montana, WV
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Montana, WV

Average cloud cover in January - Montana, WV
  • Average cloud cover in January: 69

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in January
Montana, WV

Average visibility in January - Montana, WV
  • Average visibility in January: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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