January weather forecast
Cooke City, MT

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Weather in January

Among the bracing months in Cooke City, Montana, January stands as the launch pad for the coldest period of the year. A stark contrast to the relatively mild December, it hosts a drastic transition into true winter conditions. The mercury levels drop substantially, with the maximum standing at 29.5°F (-1.4°C), and a chilling minimum of 16.7°F (-8.5°C). Apart from frigid temperatures, the city encounters regular occurrences of snowfall and reduced daylight hours, casting a typical winter appearance. Cooke City battles these elements and basks in the beauty of the frost-laden landscape.

Temperature

January in Cooke City brings an average high-temperature of a still freezing cold 29.5°F (-1.4°C), nearly identical to the preceding month. Cooke City in January experiences a low-temperature average of 16.7°F (-8.5°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Cooke City, in January, during 7.8 rainfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Cooke City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 138.8 days and collects up to 16.14" (410mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, September through December. In Cooke City, Montana, in January, snow falls for 13.9 days, with typically accumulated 4.61" (117mm) of snow. In Cooke City, during the entire year, snow falls for 92.3 days and aggregates up to 55.83" (1418mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 14min.
On the first day of January in Cooke City, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:25 pm MST.

Sunshine

In Cooke City, Montana, the average sunshine in January is 6.6h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is January in Cooke City?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Cooke City are 29.5°F (-1.4°C) and 16.7°F (-8.5°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January in Cooke City?

The average relative humidity in January is 77%.

How much does it rain in Cooke City in January?

In Cooke City, Montana, in January, it is raining for 7.8 days, with typically 0.59" (15mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Cooke City in January?

In Cooke City, during January, snow falls for 13.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.61" (117mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January in Cooke City?

The average day length in January in Cooke City, Montana, is 9h and 14min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Cooke City?

On the first day of January in Cooke City, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:25 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Cooke City?

In Cooke City, Montana, the average sunshine duration in January is 6.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Cooke City?

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 intensity in January in Cooke City?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Cooke City, MT

Average temperature in January - Cooke City, MT
  • Average high temperature in January: 29.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (27.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 16.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.1°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are February and December (14.9°F).

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Average pressure in January
Cooke City, MT

Average pressure in January - Cooke City, MT
  • Average pressure in January: 30.16"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Cooke City, MT

Average wind speed in January - Cooke City, MT
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

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Average humidity in January
Cooke City, MT

Average humidity in January - Cooke City, MT
  • Average humidity in January: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (43%).

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Average rainfall in January
Cooke City, MT

Average rainfall in January - Cooke City, MT
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.52").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.55").

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Average rainfall days in January
Cooke City, MT

Average rainfall days in January - Cooke City, MT
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.7 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Cooke City, MT

Average snowfall in January - Cooke City, MT
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is April (9.37").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Cooke City, MT

Average snowfall days in January - Cooke City, MT
  • Average snowfall days in January: 13.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (14.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Cooke City, MT

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Cooke City, 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: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Cooke City, MT

Average sunshine days in January - Cooke City, MT
  • Average sunshine days in January: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (5.1 days).

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Average UV index in January
Cooke City, MT

Average UV index in January - Cooke City, 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).

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Average cloud cover in January
Cooke City, MT

Average cloud cover in January - Cooke City, MT
  • Average cloud cover in January: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 36).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 16).

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Average visibility in January
Cooke City, MT

Average visibility in January - Cooke City, 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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