January weather forecastKalispell, MT
January
Weather in January
Frequent snow showers are part of the weather narrative in Kalispell, Montana during January. The mercury tends to dip significantly at this time, as it is one of the coldest months. As the New Year unfolds, locals can expect daylight durations to start increasing gradually. It is interesting to note that despite the low temperatures, January is not the coldest month in Kalispell. Even so, the significant snowfall of 11.3" (287mm) coupled with temperatures hitting a high of 27.3°F (-2.6°C) and a low of 14.7°F (-9.6°C) easily define this as a winter month through.Temperature
The beginning of January reveals an average high-temperature of a still freezing cold 27.3°F (-2.6°C), showing minimal deviation from the previous month. During the month of January, the temperature generally drops to a low average of 14.7°F (-9.6°C).Humidity
The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 93%.Rainfall
In Kalispell, in January, it is raining for 9.4 days, with typically 1.65" (42mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 142.8 rainfall days, and 17.36" (441mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 20.6 days and accumulates 11.3" (287mm) of snow.Daylight
In Kalispell, the average length of the day in January is 8h and 53min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:27 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 5:34 pm MST.
Sunshine
January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.7h of sunshine.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Kalispell are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: An average maximum UV index of 1 in January leads to these recommendations:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Kalispell, MT
- Average high temperature in January: 27.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (25.9°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 14.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (46.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (14.4°F).
Average pressure in January
Kalispell, 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 (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in January
Kalispell, MT
- Average wind speed in January: 3.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (4.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.7mph).
Average humidity in January
Kalispell, MT
- Average humidity in January: 93%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (55%).
Average rainfall in January
Kalispell, MT
- Average rainfall in January: 1.65"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.05").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.55").
Average rainfall days in January
Kalispell, MT
- Average rainfall days in January: 9.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (6.6 days).
Average snowfall in January
Kalispell, MT
- Average snowfall in January: 11.3"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (11.3").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Kalispell, MT
- Average snowfall days in January: 20.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (21.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Kalispell, MT
- Average daylight in January: 8h and 54min
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 24min).
- Average sunshine in January: 3h and 42min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in January
Kalispell, MT
- Average sunshine days in January: 9.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (21.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.8 days).
Average UV index in January
Kalispell, 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, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in January
Kalispell, MT
- Average cloud cover in January: 63
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 15).
Average visibility in January
Kalispell, MT
- Average visibility in January: 3mi
The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (3mi).
