January weather forecast
Bozeman, MT

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A sunny autumn morning in Bozeman, Montana

Weather in January

Starting the year, Bozeman, Montana often experiences frigid temperatures. The month is dominated by cold weather patterns with the mercury levels often oscillating between a high of 27°F (-2.8°C) and a low of 12°F (-11.1°C). Interestingly, January also registers a significant amount of snow, making it a charming month for ski enthusiasts. The days remain relatively shorter compared to the rest of the year, limiting the amount of sunshine. However, despite the cold and limited daylight, the city's aesthetics remain undeterred, embellished with a white blanket of snow.

Temperature

Bozeman observes an average high-temperature of a still subzero cold 27°F (-2.8°C) in January, barely different from 24.8°F (-4°C) in December. Throughout the nights in January, an average low-temperature of 12°F (-11.1°C) is noted.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 89%.

Rainfall

In Bozeman, in January, during 4.4 rainfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Bozeman, Montana, during the entire year, the rain falls for 131 days and collects up to 23.15" (588mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Bozeman are January through June, September through December. In January, it is snowing for 19 days. Throughout January, 11.97" (304mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Bozeman, there are 122.8 snowfall days, and 91.1" (2314mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Bozeman is 9h and 10min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of January, in Bozeman, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:28 pm MST.

Sunshine

January and February, with an average of 4.5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Bozeman.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Bozeman. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 1 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is January in Bozeman?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Bozeman, Montana, are 27°F (-2.8°C) and 12°F (-11.1°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January in Bozeman?

In January, the average relative humidity in Bozeman, Montana, is 89%.

How many days does it rain in January in Bozeman?

In Bozeman, Montana, during January, the rain falls for 4.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Bozeman?

In Bozeman, in January, snow falls for 19 days, with typically accumulated 11.97" (304mm) of snow.

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

The average day length in January is 9h and 10min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Bozeman?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:28 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Bozeman?

The months with the least sunshine in Bozeman, Montana, are January and February, with an average of 4.5h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Bozeman?

The average sunshine duration in January is 4.5h.

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

The months with the lowest UV index in Bozeman are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in January in Bozeman?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Bozeman is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Bozeman, MT

Average temperature in January - Bozeman, MT
  • Average high temperature in January: 27°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (24.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 12°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (46.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (10.4°F).

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Average pressure in January
Bozeman, MT

Average pressure in January - Bozeman, MT
  • Average pressure in January: 30.19"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and December (30.19"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Bozeman, MT

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (6.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.7mph).

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Average humidity in January
Bozeman, MT

Average humidity in January - Bozeman, MT
  • Average humidity in January: 89%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (51%).

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Average rainfall in January
Bozeman, MT

Average rainfall in January - Bozeman, MT
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (1.3").

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Average rainfall days in January
Bozeman, MT

Average rainfall days in January - Bozeman, MT
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.4 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Bozeman, MT

Average snowfall in January - Bozeman, MT
  • Average snowfall in January: 11.97"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (15.51").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Bozeman, MT

Average snowfall days in January - Bozeman, MT
  • Average snowfall days in January: 19 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (20.3 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Bozeman, 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: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Bozeman, MT

Average sunshine days in January - Bozeman, MT
  • Average sunshine days in January: 11.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (7 days).

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Average UV index in January
Bozeman, MT

Average UV index in January - Bozeman, MT
  • Average UV index in January: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in January
Bozeman, MT

Average cloud cover in January - Bozeman, MT
  • Average cloud cover in January: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 17).

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Average visibility in January
Bozeman, MT

Average visibility in January - Bozeman, MT
  • Average visibility in January: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (4mi).

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