January weather forecast
Great Falls, MT

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A far view from on top of the vast Missouri River of the City of Lights, Great Falls, Montana
A far view from on top of the vast Missouri River of the City of Lights, Great Falls, Montana

Weather in January

In January, Great Falls, Montana sees particularly cold temperatures and notable snowfall. With a high of only 32.4°F (0.2°C), it's the chilliest month of the year. Those venturing outside should bundle up to combat the 77% relative humidity. As the town transitions from January to February, expect conditions to remain somewhat stable, with the temperatures moderately increasing. Despite these cold conditions, it is a great opportunity for outdoor activities such as skiing and snowboarding.

Temperature

Great Falls commences January with an average high-temperature of an icy 32.4°F (0.2°C), maintaining a close resemblance to the previous month. Great Falls in January experiences a low-temperature average of 19.8°F (-6.8°C).

Humidity

January is the most humid month in Great Falls, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

In January, in Great Falls, the rain falls for 3.6 days. Throughout January, 0.2" (5mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Great Falls, there are 68.2 rainfall days, and 4.49" (114mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In January, in Great Falls, Montana, it is snowing for 7.1 days. Throughout January, 1.46" (37mm) of snow is accumulated. In Great Falls, during the entire year, snow falls for 45.4 days and aggregates up to 11.61" (295mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Great Falls, the average length of the day in January is 8h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:12 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 5:24 pm MST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January through March, October through 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 low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in January translates into the following recommendations:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is January in Great Falls?

The high-temperature in Great Falls during January is 32.4°F (0.2°C) and the low-temperature is 19.8°F (-6.8°C).

What is the most humid month in Great Falls?

The most humid month in Great Falls, Montana, is January, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the average humidity in January in Great Falls?

In January, the average relative humidity in Great Falls is 77%.

How much does it rain in Great Falls in January?

In Great Falls, in January, it is raining for 3.6 days, with typically 0.2" (5mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Great Falls in January?

In Great Falls, Montana, in January, snow falls for 7.1 days, with typically accumulated 1.46" (37mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Great Falls have in January?

In Great Falls, the average day length in January is 8h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Great Falls?

On the first day of January in Great Falls, sunrise is at 8:12 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 5:24 pm MST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Great Falls?

The months with the least sunshine in Great Falls are January, February and December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Great Falls have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January in Great Falls is 5.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Great Falls?

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Great Falls.

What is the UV index reading in January in Great Falls?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Great Falls, Montana, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Great Falls, MT

Average temperature in January - Great Falls, MT
  • Average high temperature in January: 32.4°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 (30°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 19.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (57.7°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are February and December (18.3°F).

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Average pressure in January
Great Falls, MT

Average pressure in January - Great Falls, MT
  • Average pressure in January: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Great Falls, MT

Average wind speed in January - Great Falls, MT
  • Average wind speed in January: 11.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (11.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.7mph).

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Average humidity in January
Great Falls, MT

Average humidity in January - Great Falls, MT
  • Average humidity in January: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (40%).

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Average rainfall in January
Great Falls, MT

Average rainfall in January - Great Falls, MT
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (0.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.16").

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Average rainfall days in January
Great Falls, MT

Average rainfall days in January - Great Falls, MT
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (9.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (2.7 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Great Falls, MT

Average snowfall in January - Great Falls, MT
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Great Falls, MT

Average snowfall days in January - Great Falls, MT
  • Average snowfall days in January: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10 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
Great Falls, MT

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Great Falls, MT
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
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 6min).
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
Great Falls, MT

Average sunshine days in January - Great Falls, MT
  • Average sunshine days in January: 22.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (26.1 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and April (16.2 days).

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Average UV index in January
Great Falls, MT

Average UV index in January - Great Falls, 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in January
Great Falls, MT

Average cloud cover in January - Great Falls, MT
  • Average cloud cover in January: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 13).

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Average visibility in January
Great Falls, MT

Average visibility in January - Great Falls, 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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