January weather forecast
Alma, CO

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The beauty of the Bristlecone Pines up the hill looking over to Alma and Fairplay, Colorado
The beauty of the Bristlecone Pines up the hill looking over to Alma and Fairplay, Colorado

Weather in January

January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Alma, Colorado, with an average temperature varying between 1.4°F (-17°C) and 23°F (-5°C).

Temperature

In January, Alma experiences a minor shift in meteorological conditions with average high-temperatures marked at a still subzero cold 23°F (-5°C), closely mirroring the climate in December. Despite a significant daily temperature range, Alma's temperature falls to a steady low-temperature average of 1.4°F (-17°C) in January.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity in Alma is 88%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 4.7 days. Throughout January, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 113.5 rainfall days, and 22.13" (562mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through December are months with snowfall. In Alma, Colorado, in January, snow falls for 16.1 days, with typically accumulated 9.33" (237mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 139 snowfall days, and 101.69" (2583mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 47min.
On the first day of January in Alma, Colorado, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:23 pm MST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 5.8h.

UV index

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Jun 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in January?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 23°F (-5°C) and 1.4°F (-17°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 88%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Alma, during January, the rain falls for 4.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in January?

In Alma, in January, snow falls for 16.1 days, with typically accumulated 9.33" (237mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In Alma, the average day length in January is 9h and 47min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January in Alma, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:23 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In Alma, the average sunshine duration in January is 5.8h.

How high is the UV index in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in January
Alma, CO

Average temperature in January - Alma, CO
  • Average high temperature in January: 23°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (66.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (22.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 1.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (40.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.4°F).

Average pressure in January
Alma, CO

Average pressure in January - Alma, CO
  • Average pressure in January: 30.2"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.2"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Alma, CO

Average wind speed in January - Alma, CO
  • Average wind speed in January: 5.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (6.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in January
Alma, CO

Average humidity in January - Alma, CO
  • Average humidity in January: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (52%).

Average rainfall in January
Alma, CO

Average rainfall in January - Alma, CO
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.06").

Average rainfall days in January
Alma, CO

Average rainfall days in January - Alma, CO
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (23.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Alma, CO

Average snowfall in January - Alma, CO
  • Average snowfall in January: 9.33"

The month with the highest snowfall is May (16.26").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0.16").

Average snowfall days in January
Alma, CO

Average snowfall days in January - Alma, CO
  • Average snowfall days in January: 16.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is April (18.8 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0.5 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Alma, CO

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Alma, CO
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Alma, CO

Average sunshine days in January - Alma, CO
  • Average sunshine days in January: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (4.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Alma, CO

Average UV index in January - Alma, CO
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 4).
The month with the lowest UV index is February (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Alma, CO

Average cloud cover in January - Alma, CO
  • Average cloud cover in January: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 17).

Average visibility in January
Alma, CO

Average visibility in January - Alma, CO
  • Average visibility in January: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April and December (4mi).

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