January weather forecast
Austin, CO

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is another cold winter month in Austin, Colorado, with temperature in the range of an average low of 15.4°F (-9.2°C) and an average high of 33.1°F (0.6°C).

Temperature

January is the coldest month of the year, registering average temperatures as high as 33.1°F (0.6°C) and as low as 15.4°F (-9.2°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 81%, January is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In Austin, during January, the rain falls for 8.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation. In Austin, during the entire year, the rain falls for 120.8 days and collects up to 14.06" (357mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Austin, Colorado, in January, snow falls for 10.3 days, with typically accumulated 5.67" (144mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Austin, there are 43.4 snowfall days, and 22.87" (581mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 49min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:31 pm MST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 6.1h of sunshine.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

Austin's temperature records reveal January as the coldest month, marked by average highs of 33.1°F (0.6°C) and lows of 15.4°F (-9.2°C).

How cold is it in January?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Austin, is 33.1°F (0.6°C) and the average low-temperature is 15.4°F (-9.2°C).

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 81%, January is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 81%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Austin, in January, it is raining for 8.3 days, with typically 1.14" (29mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 10.3 days. Throughout January, 5.67" (144mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Austin have in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 49min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January in Austin, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:31 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 6.1h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 6.1h.

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.

What is the UV index intensity in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Austin, CO

Average temperature in January - Austin, CO
  • Average high temperature in January: 33.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 15.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.4°F).

Average pressure in January
Austin, CO

Average pressure in January - Austin, CO
  • Average pressure in January: 30.26"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.26"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Austin, CO

Average wind speed in January - Austin, CO
  • Average wind speed in January: 3.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (3.9mph).

Average humidity in January
Austin, CO

Average humidity in January - Austin, CO
  • Average humidity in January: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (34%).

Average rainfall in January
Austin, CO

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.71").

Average rainfall days in January
Austin, CO

Average rainfall days in January - Austin, CO
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Austin, CO

Average snowfall in January - Austin, CO
  • Average snowfall in January: 5.67"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (5.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Austin, CO

Average snowfall days in January - Austin, CO
  • Average snowfall days in January: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
Austin, CO

Average sunshine days in January - Austin, CO
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.8 days

The months with the most sunshine days are June and November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (13.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Austin, CO

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Austin, CO

Average cloud cover in January - Austin, CO
  • Average cloud cover in January: 33

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 33).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 11).

Average visibility in January
Austin, CO

Average visibility in January - Austin, CO
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (5mi).

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