January weather forecast
Clifton, CO

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is an icy winter month in Clifton, Colorado, with temperature in the range of an average high of 33.3°F (0.7°C) and an average low of 16.5°F (-8.6°C).

Temperature

January is the month when Clifton, Colorado, sees the lowest average temperatures, with a high of 33.3°F (0.7°C) and a low of 16.5°F (-8.6°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 80%, January is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 9.5 days. Throughout January, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Clifton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 127.9 days and collects up to 13.35" (339mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In January, it is snowing for 9.8 days. Throughout January, 4.13" (105mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 39.6 snowfall days, and 20.04" (509mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Clifton, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 48min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:33 pm MST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year in Clifton, with an average of 6.2h 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 minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in January leads to these guidelines:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 24, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest?

Clifton notes the coldest temperatures in January, with a average high of 33.3°F (0.7°C) and a low of 16.5°F (-8.6°C).

How cold is it in January?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during January are 33.3°F (0.7°C) and 16.5°F (-8.6°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month?

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Clifton, Colorado, in January, during 9.5 rainfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Clifton, in January, during 9.8 snowfall days, 4.13" (105mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Clifton have in January?

In Clifton, the average day length in January is 9h and 48min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Clifton?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:33 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 6.2h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Clifton.

How many hours of sunshine does Clifton have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 6.2h.

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.

How high is the UV index in January?

In Clifton, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Clifton, CO

Average temperature in January - Clifton, CO
  • Average high temperature in January: 33.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 16.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.5°F).

Average pressure in January
Clifton, CO

Average pressure in January - Clifton, CO
  • Average pressure in January: 30.27"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.27"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are May and June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Clifton, CO

Average wind speed in January - Clifton, CO
  • Average wind speed in January: 4.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (7.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.1mph).

Average humidity in January
Clifton, CO

Average humidity in January - Clifton, CO
  • Average humidity in January: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (32%).

Average rainfall in January
Clifton, CO

Average rainfall in January - Clifton, CO
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (1.42").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.79").

Average rainfall days in January
Clifton, CO

Average rainfall days in January - Clifton, CO
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7 days).

Average snowfall in January
Clifton, CO

Average snowfall in January - Clifton, CO
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (5.39").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Clifton, CO

Average snowfall days in January - Clifton, CO
  • Average snowfall days in January: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Clifton, 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: 6h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in January
Clifton, CO

Average sunshine days in January - Clifton, CO
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (11.2 days).

Average UV index in January
Clifton, CO

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

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

Average cloud cover in January
Clifton, CO

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

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 33).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 12).

Average visibility in January
Clifton, CO

Average visibility in January - Clifton, 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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