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Shelby weather in January (Montana, United States of America)

How does the January weather in Shelby compare to other months? Explore our page to find a thorough overview of this month's weather conditions.

Temperatures

The typical weather for January in Shelby includes very low temperatures and low snow/rainfall. January is part of winter. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 2°C. But by evening, they drop to around -11°C. The month is chilly, so ensure you're equipped and dress warmly. Preparation becomes key in these temperatures.

Precipitation

Shelby in January usually receives low snow/rainfall, averaging around 14 mm for the month. According to historical climate patterns, there are usually around 6 days days of snow/rain.

Average sunshine

Expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 151 hours. This means a pleasant mix of sun and clouds.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Shelby. June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Shelby climate page with graphs.

 

Shelby, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -11°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 2°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 20%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 14 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 6 days  
SunshineSunshine 151 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
Data from: Cut Bank, the United States of America (37 KM, 23 Miles).

Where to go in the United States of America in January

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature. Also, consider bringing a rain jacket as there might be some rain.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
2/10
Walking
2/10
Camping
2/10
Outdoor sports
2/10

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