January weather forecastFort Smith, MT
January
Weather in January
January, the same as December, in Fort Smith, Montana, is another subzero cold winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and 17.8°F (-7.9°C).Temperature
With the advent of January, Fort Smith's high-temperatures adjust to a still freezing cold 31.1°F (-0.5°C), closely aligning with the preceding month. Fort Smith records an average nighttime low of 17.8°F (-7.9°C) in January.Humidity
In Fort Smith, the average relative humidity in January is 76%.Rainfall
In January, in Fort Smith, the rain falls for 6.3 days. Throughout January, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Fort Smith, during the entire year, the rain falls for 128.8 days and collects up to 12.64" (321mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Fort Smith, during January, snow falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.76" (121mm) of snow. In Fort Smith, Montana, during the entire year, snow falls for 66 days and aggregates up to 33.07" (840mm) of snow.Daylight
In Fort Smith, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 13min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:16 pm MST.
Sunshine
In January, the average sunshine in Fort Smith is 5.9h.UV index
In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: During January, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
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Average temperature in January
Fort Smith, MT
- Average high temperature in January: 31.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (29.7°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 17.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (16.5°F).
Average pressure in January
Fort Smith, MT
- Average pressure in January: 30.13"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and December (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).
Average wind speed in January
Fort Smith, MT
- Average wind speed in January: 9.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).
Average humidity in January
Fort Smith, MT
- Average humidity in January: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (41%).
Average rainfall in January
Fort Smith, MT
- Average rainfall in January: 0.67"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.01").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.59").
Average rainfall days in January
Fort Smith, MT
- Average rainfall days in January: 6.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and December (6.3 days).
Average snowfall in January
Fort Smith, MT
- Average snowfall in January: 4.76"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.85").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Fort Smith, MT
- Average snowfall days in January: 11.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (14.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Fort Smith, MT
- Average daylight in January: 9h and 12min
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: 5h and 54min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in January
Fort Smith, MT
- Average sunshine days in January: 15.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.7 days).
Average UV index in January
Fort Smith, MT
- Average UV index in January: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in January
Fort Smith, MT
- Average cloud cover in January: 39
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 14).
Average visibility in January
Fort Smith, 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).
