January weather forecastLake McDonald, MT
January
Weather in January
January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Lake McDonald, Montana, with an average temperature fluctuating between 14.4°F (-9.8°C) and 27.1°F (-2.7°C).Temperature
January observes an average high-temperature of a still freezing cold 27.1°F (-2.7°C), marking an insignificant difference from December's 25.7°F (-3.5°C). Lake McDonald records a consistent low-temperature of 14.4°F (-9.8°C) during January nights.Humidity
January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 93%.Rainfall
In January, the rain falls for 8.3 days. Throughout January, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Lake McDonald, during the entire year, the rain falls for 126.4 days and collects up to 11.22" (285mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 18.9 days and typically aggregates up to 7.72" (196mm) of snow.Daylight
In Lake McDonald, the average length of the day in January is 8h and 50min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:27 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 5:31 pm MST.
Sunshine
The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 3.5h of sunshine.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: During January, 1 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Lake McDonald, MT
- Average high temperature in January: 27.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (25.7°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 14.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (45.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (13.5°F).
Average pressure in January
Lake McDonald, 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
Lake McDonald, MT
- Average wind speed in January: 3.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (4.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and December (3.7mph).
Average humidity in January
Lake McDonald, 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
Lake McDonald, MT
- Average rainfall in January: 1.02"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.42").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.43").
Average rainfall days in January
Lake McDonald, MT
- Average rainfall days in January: 8.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (6.3 days).
Average snowfall in January
Lake McDonald, MT
- Average snowfall in January: 7.72"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.72").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Lake McDonald, MT
- Average snowfall days in January: 18.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (19.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Lake McDonald, MT
- Average daylight in January: 8h and 48min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 24min).
- Average sunshine in January: 3h and 30min
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 30min).
Average sunshine days in January
Lake McDonald, MT
- Average sunshine days in January: 11.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (7.7 days).
Average UV index in January
Lake McDonald, MT
- Average UV index in January: 1
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in January
Lake McDonald, MT
- Average cloud cover in January: 65
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 15).
Average visibility in January
Lake McDonald, 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).
