January weather forecast
Aurora, CO

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Weather in January

January sees chilly temperatures in Aurora, Colorado, with an average low temperature near freezing at 22.5°F (-5.3°C). As the coldest month, blankets of snow cover the town, leaving a beautiful winter wonderland. Compared to December, the overall weather conditions don't change significantly, remaining generally cold and dry. This month is known for its shorter hours of daylight, resulting in long, brisk nights. Brace for somewhat gusty winds, as January tends to be a relatively windy month.

Temperature

Aurora sees the arrival of January with an average high-temperature of a still cold 41°F (5°C), indicating a subtle variation from December. An average low-temperature of 22.5°F (-5.3°C) is observed during the January nights.

Humidity

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 64%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 3.5 days. Throughout January, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Aurora, during the entire year, the rain falls for 98.3 days and collects up to 11.69" (297mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In January, it is snowing for 6.1 days. Throughout January, 3.27" (83mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 41.6 snowfall days, and 27.95" (710mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Aurora, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 44min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:17 pm MST.

Sunshine

In Aurora, the average sunshine in January is 7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during January translates into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jul 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in January?

In Aurora, in January, the average high-temperature is 41°F (5°C), and the average low-temperature is 22.5°F (-5.3°C).

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 64%.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 64%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Aurora, in January, during 3.5 rainfall days, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In Aurora, during January, snow falls for 6.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 44min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:17 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In Aurora, the average sunshine duration in January is 7h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Aurora.

What is the UV index reading in January?

In Aurora, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Aurora, CO

Average temperature in January - Aurora, CO
  • Average high temperature in January: 41°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (40.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 22.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (21.7°F).

Average pressure in January
Aurora, CO

Average pressure in January - Aurora, CO
  • Average pressure in January: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April and June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Aurora, CO

Average wind speed in January - Aurora, CO
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are September and December (6.5mph).

Average humidity in January
Aurora, CO

Average humidity in January - Aurora, CO
  • Average humidity in January: 64%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (64%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (42%).

Average rainfall in January
Aurora, CO

Average rainfall in January - Aurora, CO
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.47"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.97").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.43").

Average rainfall days in January
Aurora, CO

Average rainfall days in January - Aurora, CO
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Aurora, CO

Average snowfall in January - Aurora, CO
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.27"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.49").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Aurora, CO

Average snowfall days in January - Aurora, CO
  • Average snowfall days in January: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Aurora, CO
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 4min

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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 7h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in January
Aurora, CO

Average sunshine days in January - Aurora, CO
  • Average sunshine days in January: 22.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.2 days).

Average UV index in January
Aurora, CO

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Aurora, CO

Average cloud cover in January - Aurora, CO
  • Average cloud cover in January: 22

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 27).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 15).

Average visibility in January
Aurora, CO

Average visibility in January - Aurora, CO
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

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

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