January weather forecast
Blue River, CO

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Blue River, Colorado, with an average temperature fluctuating between 0.7°F (-17.4°C) and 22.5°F (-5.3°C).

Temperature

January notes an average high-temperature of a still subzero cold 22.5°F (-5.3°C), subtly differing from December's 21.2°F (-6°C). Marked by a significant drop from the daytime highs, Blue River's average low-temperature in January stands at an arctic cold 0.7°F (-17.4°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 87%.

Rainfall

In Blue River, in January, it is raining for 3.1 days, with typically 1.26" (32mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 110.4 rainfall days, and 24.09" (612mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through December are months with snowfall in Blue River. In Blue River, in January, snow falls for 17.1 days, with typically accumulated 10.04" (255mm) of snow. In Blue River, during the entire year, snow falls for 158 days and aggregates up to 118.82" (3018mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Blue River, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 46min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:22 pm MST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 5.3h.

UV index

In Blue River, 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 rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in January transforms into the following instructions:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in January?

During January, Blue River experiences an average high-temperature of 22.5°F (-5.3°C) and a low-temperature of 0.7°F (-17.4°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In Blue River, the average relative humidity in January is 87%.

How much does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 3.1 days. Throughout January, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Blue River, during January, snow falls for 17.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 10.04" (255mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In Blue River, the average day length in January is 9h and 46min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:22 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Blue River have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 5.3h.

What is the UV index reading in January?

In Blue River, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Blue River, CO

Average temperature in January - Blue River, CO
  • Average high temperature in January: 22.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (65.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (21.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 0.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (40.1°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and December (0.7°F).

Average pressure in January
Blue River, CO

Average pressure in January - Blue River, CO
  • Average pressure in January: 30.19"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.19"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April and May (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Blue River, CO

Average wind speed in January - Blue River, CO
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in January
Blue River, CO

Average humidity in January - Blue River, CO
  • Average humidity in January: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (54%).

Average rainfall in January
Blue River, CO

Average rainfall in January - Blue River, CO
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.14").

Average rainfall days in January
Blue River, CO

Average rainfall days in January - Blue River, CO
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Blue River, CO

Average snowfall in January - Blue River, CO
  • Average snowfall in January: 10.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is May (19.69").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0.24").

Average snowfall days in January
Blue River, CO

Average snowfall days in January - Blue River, CO
  • Average snowfall days in January: 17.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is April (22.8 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (1.3 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Blue River, CO

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Blue River, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in January
Blue River, CO

Average sunshine days in January - Blue River, CO
  • Average sunshine days in January: 14.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Blue River, CO

Average UV index in January - Blue River, CO
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Blue River, CO

Average cloud cover in January - Blue River, CO
  • Average cloud cover in January: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 19).

Average visibility in January
Blue River, CO

Average visibility in January - Blue River, CO
  • Average visibility in January: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are 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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