January weather forecast
Fort Benton, MT

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Fort Benton, Montana, with an average temperature ranging between min 18.7°F (-7.4°C) and max 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

Temperature

As January takes its course, Fort Benton's average high-temperature registers at a still subzero cold 30.9°F (-0.6°C), closely aligning with the preceding month. Throughout January, a steady low-temperature average of 18.7°F (-7.4°C) is noted.

Humidity

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In Fort Benton, in January, during 5.3 rainfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 119.1 rainfall days, and 13.43" (341mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In Fort Benton, Montana, in January, during 11.1 snowfall days, 5.28" (134mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Fort Benton, during the entire year, snow falls for 58.3 days and aggregates up to 29.37" (746mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Fort Benton is 8h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of January, in Fort Benton, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:20 pm MST.

Sunshine

January, February and December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Fort Benton.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In January, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is January in Fort Benton?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Fort Benton, Montana, are 30.9°F (-0.6°C) and 18.7°F (-7.4°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month in Fort Benton?

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in January in Fort Benton?

In Fort Benton, the average relative humidity in January is 78%.

How many days does it rain in January in Fort Benton?

In January, in Fort Benton, Montana, the rain falls for 5.3 days. Throughout January, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Fort Benton in January?

In Fort Benton, during January, snow falls for 11.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.28" (134mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January in Fort Benton?

In January, the average day length in Fort Benton is 8h and 56min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Fort Benton?

On the first day of January in Fort Benton, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:20 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Fort Benton?

The months with the least sunshine in Fort Benton, Montana, are January, February and December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Fort Benton?

In Fort Benton, the average sunshine duration in January is 5.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Fort Benton?

The months with the lowest UV index in Fort Benton, Montana, are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Fort Benton?

In Fort Benton, Montana, 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 the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Fort Benton, MT

Average temperature in January - Fort Benton, MT
  • Average high temperature in January: 30.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (29.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 18.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (18.1°F).

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Average pressure in January
Fort Benton, MT

Average pressure in January - Fort Benton, 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 (29.85"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Fort Benton, MT

Average wind speed in January - Fort Benton, MT
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and November (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.1mph).

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Average humidity in January
Fort Benton, MT

Average humidity in January - Fort Benton, MT
  • Average humidity in January: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (39%).

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Average rainfall in January
Fort Benton, MT

Average rainfall in January - Fort Benton, MT
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.05").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.67").

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Average rainfall days in January
Fort Benton, MT

Average rainfall days in January - Fort Benton, MT
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.3 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Fort Benton, MT

Average snowfall in January - Fort Benton, MT
  • Average snowfall in January: 5.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.51").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Fort Benton, MT

Average snowfall days in January - Fort Benton, MT
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Fort Benton, MT

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Fort Benton, MT
  • Average daylight in January: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Fort Benton, MT

Average sunshine days in January - Fort Benton, MT
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.2 days).

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Average UV index in January
Fort Benton, MT

Average UV index in January - Fort Benton, MT
  • Average UV index in January: 2

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

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Average cloud cover in January
Fort Benton, MT

Average cloud cover in January - Fort Benton, MT
  • Average cloud cover in January: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 14).

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Average visibility in January
Fort Benton, MT

Average visibility in January - Fort Benton, 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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