January Rainfall and Precipitation in Montana

Average rainfall, rainy days and the driest cities in Montana, the United States of America in January.

Montana, the United States of America, a region in the United States of America, experiences precipitation in January ranging from almost none in Dillon (4.9 mm (0.2 in)) to moderate in Lolo Hot Springs (82 mm (3.2 in)). January falls during the winter season.

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Monthly precipitation 0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet

Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in January: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.

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Montana precipitation in January: frequently asked questions

How much snowfall does Montana, the United States of America receive in January?

In January, Whitefish typically receives modest snowfall, around 55 mm (2.2 in), making this a relatively dry month.

How many days does it rain in Montana, the United States of America in January?

Whitefish sees roughly 16 days rainy days during January.

Is January part of the rainy season in Montana, the United States of America?

January is generally a drier month for Montana, the United States of America, falling outside the main rainy season.

What is the wettest city in January in Montana, the United States of America?

Lolo Hot Springs is the wettest city in Montana, the United States of America in January according to our database, with average snow/rainfall of around 82 mm (3.2 in).

What is the driest city in January in Montana, the United States of America?

In our records, Dillon stands out as the driest city in Montana, the United States of America for January, averaging just 4.9 mm (0.2 in).

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