January weather forecast
Thompson Falls, MT

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Weather in January

January in Thompson Falls, Montana, ushers in the year with the quintessential winter months. Temperatures are predictably cold, particularly with low averages recording up to approximately 17.6°F (-8°C). The city is often shrouded in white, courtesy of the frequent snowfall experienced during this period. On most days, the sun barely peeks out, resulting in reduced daylight hours. The city's residents are well accustomed to the heavy coats and warm beverages that January's weather mandates.

Temperature

Thompson Falls's weather, upon January's arrival, documents an average high-temperature of a still subzero cold 30.7°F (-0.7°C), nearly identical to the prior month. During the nights in January, Thompson Falls experiences a consistent average temperature of 17.6°F (-8°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 93%, January is the most humid month.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Thompson Falls is January, when the rain falls for 13.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall in Thompson Falls, Montana. In Thompson Falls, during January, snow falls for 17.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 13.82" (351mm) of snow. In Thompson Falls, during the entire year, snow falls for 90.2 days and aggregates up to 58.15" (1477mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Thompson Falls is 8h and 58min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:29 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 5:40 pm MST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.5h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Thompson Falls. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during January translates into these guidelines:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Thompson Falls in January?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Thompson Falls, is 30.7°F (-0.7°C) and the average low-temperature is 17.6°F (-8°C).

What is the most humid month in Thompson Falls?

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 93%.

What is the average humidity in January in Thompson Falls?

In January, the average relative humidity in Thompson Falls, Montana, is 93%.

What is the rainiest month in Thompson Falls?

January is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 13.3 days and accumulates 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Thompson Falls in January?

In January, in Thompson Falls, the rain falls for 13.3 days. Throughout January, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Thompson Falls?

In Thompson Falls, Montana, during January, snow falls for 17.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 13.82" (351mm) of snow.

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

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

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Thompson Falls?

On the first day of January in Thompson Falls, sunrise is at 8:29 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 5:40 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Thompson Falls?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.5h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Thompson Falls?

In Thompson Falls, Montana, the average sunshine duration in January is 3.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Thompson Falls?

The months with the lowest UV index in Thompson Falls are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

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

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Thompson Falls is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Thompson Falls, MT

Average temperature in January - Thompson Falls, MT
  • Average high temperature in January: 30.7°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (78.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (28.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 17.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (45.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (16.2°F).

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Average pressure in January
Thompson Falls, MT

Average pressure in January - Thompson Falls, MT
  • Average pressure in January: 30.19"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.19"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Thompson Falls, MT

Average wind speed in January - Thompson Falls, MT
  • Average wind speed in January: 4.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (4.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (4mph).

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Average humidity in January
Thompson Falls, MT

Average humidity in January - Thompson Falls, MT
  • Average humidity in January: 93%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (93%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (53%).

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Average rainfall in January
Thompson Falls, MT

Average rainfall in January - Thompson Falls, MT
  • Average rainfall in January: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.39").

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Average rainfall days in January
Thompson Falls, MT

Average rainfall days in January - Thompson Falls, MT
  • Average rainfall days in January: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (19.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (5.9 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Thompson Falls, MT

Average snowfall in January - Thompson Falls, MT
  • Average snowfall in January: 13.82"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (15.12").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Thompson Falls, MT

Average snowfall days in January - Thompson Falls, MT
  • Average snowfall days in January: 17.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (20.4 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
Thompson Falls, MT

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Thompson 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: 3h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Thompson Falls, MT

Average sunshine days in January - Thompson Falls, MT
  • Average sunshine days in January: 8.8 days

The months with the most sunshine days are July and August (23.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (5.8 days).

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Average UV index in January
Thompson Falls, MT

Average UV index in January - Thompson Falls, 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).

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Average cloud cover in January
Thompson Falls, MT

Average cloud cover in January - Thompson Falls, MT
  • Average cloud cover in January: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 66).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 15).

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Average visibility in January
Thompson Falls, MT

Average visibility in January - Thompson Falls, MT
  • Average visibility in January: 3mi

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August and September (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (3mi).

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