January weather forecast
Brighton, CO

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Trees on partly frozen lake water in Barr Lake State Park in Brighton, Colorado
Trees on partly frozen lake water in Barr Lake State Park in Brighton, Colorado

Weather in January

Brighton, Colorado's weather in January is winter defined. It features some of the lowest temperature conditions for the year with the mercury dipping to a bracing 22.8°F (-5.1°C). Snowfall is expected, creating a picturesque winter scene. The relative humidity measures at 64%, fostering a dryer climate compared to the later months. As the year begins, locals and visitors alike bundle up to appreciate the chilly charm Brighton offers.

Temperature

January's advent denotes a minor fluctuation in the average high-temperature to a still cold 42.1°F (5.6°C) from December's 40.8°F (4.9°C). In Brighton, January nights cool down to an average of 22.8°F (-5.1°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Brighton, during January, the rain falls for 3.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.2" (5mm) of precipitation. In Brighton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 80.6 days and collects up to 5.87" (149mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Brighton, in January, snow falls for 4.8 days, with typically accumulated 1.34" (34mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 30.9 snowfall days, and 11.42" (290mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Brighton, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 43min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:16 pm MST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 6.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Brighton are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during January translates into these guidelines:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is January cold?

In Brighton, 42.1°F (5.6°C) is the average high-temperature and 22.8°F (-5.1°C) is the average low-temperature during January.

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January in Brighton is 64%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Brighton, in January, during 3.3 rainfall days, 0.2" (5mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Brighton, in January, snow falls for 4.8 days, with typically accumulated 1.34" (34mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January in Brighton?

The average day length in January is 9h and 43min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:16 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 6.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Brighton, CO

Average temperature in January - Brighton, CO
  • Average high temperature in January: 42.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (40.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 22.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (21.2°F).

Average pressure in January
Brighton, CO

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

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

Average wind speed in January
Brighton, CO

Average wind speed in January - Brighton, CO
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (6mph).

Average humidity in January
Brighton, CO

Average humidity in January - Brighton, 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 (40%).

Average rainfall in January
Brighton, CO

Average rainfall in January - Brighton, CO
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (0.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.12").

Average rainfall days in January
Brighton, CO

Average rainfall days in January - Brighton, CO
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (10.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (2.6 days).

Average snowfall in January
Brighton, CO

Average snowfall in January - Brighton, CO
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.34"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.89").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Brighton, CO

Average snowfall days in January - Brighton, CO
  • Average snowfall days in January: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 6h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Brighton, CO

Average sunshine days in January - Brighton, CO
  • Average sunshine days in January: 24.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (25.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Brighton, CO

Average UV index in January - Brighton, 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
Brighton, CO

Average cloud cover in January - Brighton, CO
  • Average cloud cover in January: 24

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 28).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, August and September (Cloud cover 16).

Average visibility in January
Brighton, CO

Average visibility in January - Brighton, 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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