Montana weather in January (Canton of Valais, Switzerland)
How does the weather in Montana usually fare in January? Curious if the timing is right for your trip? Our page offers an in-depth look at the monthly weather conditions.
Temperatures
During January, Montana usually has very low temperatures and high snowfall. Enjoy the winter season during this month. Daytime temperatures generally peak at -4°C, but after sunset, they often decrease to around -13°C. This is usually the coldest month of the year, so be sure to prepare with plenty of winter gear.
Precipitation
Montana in January usually receives high snowfall, averaging around 129 mm for the month. Historically, the month has about 15 days of snow.Average sunshine
The area sees fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 95 hours of sunshine. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer cooler, overcast conditions over bright sunny days.If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Montana. July and August typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Montana climate page with graphs.
Montana, monthly averages in January
Min Temperature
-13°C
Max Temperature
-4°C
Chance of Rain
49%
Precipitation
129 mm
Rainy days
15 days
Humidity
78% *
Windspeed
4 km/h *
Sunshine
95 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
53% *
Where to go in Switzerland in January
Find out more about the weather in Switzerland and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.
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So, what should you wear in this month?
Visitors traveling to Montana should plan on bringing winter clothes, snow boots and a warm winter coat. There will be periods of snow.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Interested in more climate information?
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