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Colorado weather in January 2026

United States of America

Colorado weather in January 2026

 

Day

1 °C

 

Night

-15 °C

 

Precipitation

38 mm

in month

 

Rainy days

8 days

in month

 

Daylight

10 hours

average

 

Sunshine

7 hours

average

 

Humidity

57 %

 

Day

1 °C

 

Night

-15 °C

 

Precipitation

38 mm

in month

 

Rainy days

8 days

in month

 

Daylight

10 hours

average

 

Sunshine

7 hours

average

 

Humidity

57 %

Overview: Colorado
In January in Colorado, the average air temperature ranges from 1 °C (34 °F) during the day to -15 °C (5 °F) at night. There are 8 days of rain on average, where the rainfall is 38 mm (1.50 in).

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In January in Colorado, the average air temperature ranges from 1 °C (34 °F) during the day to -15 °C (5 °F) at night. There are 8 days of rain on average, where the rainfall is 38 mm (1.50 in).

Is January a good month to visit Colorado?

In January there are not good conditions to visit Colorado. Since Colorado is a region with winter sports possibilities, then January can be suitable to visit for this purpose. A relatively low temperature of 1 °C (34 °F) may be ideal for walking or outdoor activities, but some people may have a different idea of the holiday. The night temperature of -15 °C (5 °F) is not inviting for evening and night activities except for visiting a bar and having beer or two.

What temperature can I expect during the day in January in Colorado?

In January in Colorado, the average daily temperatures will be 1 °C (34 °F). Be sure to pack warm clothes, including a jacket and a warm sweater. On some days it may occasionally freeze, but with stronger winds, the feeling of cold may increase.

What is the night temperature in Colorado in January?

The average night temperature in Colorado in January is -15 °C (5 °F). The nights will be cool, layers of clothes will be needed for evening and morning walks, the hotel should be equipped with heating.

How many rainy days can I expect in Colorado in January?

In Colorado in January, we can expect 8 days to be rainy, that is, days when precipitation exceeds 2 mm (0.08 in). Converted to days of the week, this means that it will occur on an average of 2.0 days of the week, or in general - 28 % days.

How many hours of sun to expect in January in Colorado?

In Colorado in January, you can expect around 7 hours of sunshine.

How long is the day (from dawn till dusk) in Colorado in January?

The length of daylight in Colorado in January is 10 hours.

How heavy is the precipitation in Colorado in January?

In January in Colorado, there is 38 mm (1.50 in) rainfall, which means on average 1 mm (0.05 in) rainfall per day.

What level of humidity is to expect in January in Colorado?

In January in Colorado, expect humidity around 57 %.

Is there a dry season in January in Colorado?

No, January is not a dry month in Colorado, expect rain approximately 8 days in a month.

Is it freezing in Colorado in January?

It is possible that it will be freezing in January in Colorado, night temperatures will be -15 °C (5 °F) on average.

How windy is it in January in Colorado?

In Colorado in January, there will be an average wind scale of 4.

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