January weather forecast
Dolores, CO

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is a wintry winter month in Dolores, Colorado, with an average temperature ranging between min 19.8°F (-6.8°C) and max 35.1°F (1.7°C).

Temperature

January, with average temperatures reaching a high of 35.1°F (1.7°C) and a low of 19.8°F (-6.8°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 73%, January is the most humid month.

Rainfall

The months with the most rainfall in Dolores are January and December, with an average 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Dolores, Colorado, are January through April, October through December. The month with the most snowfall in Dolores is January, when snow falls for 8.5 days and typically aggregates up to 8.11" (206mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Dolores, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 56min.
On the first day of January in Dolores, Colorado, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:36 pm MST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 6.5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in January interprets into the following advice:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Dolores?

In Dolores, January is known for its average lowest temperatures, reaching a high of 35.1°F (1.7°C) and a low of 19.8°F (-6.8°C).

How cold is January in Dolores?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Dolores, is 35.1°F (1.7°C), while the average low-temperature is 19.8°F (-6.8°C).

What is the most humid month in Dolores?

The most humid month in Dolores is January, with an average relative humidity of 73%.

What is the average humidity in January in Dolores?

In January, the average relative humidity in Dolores is 73%.

What is the rainiest month in Dolores?

The wettest months are January and December, with an average 1.26" (32mm) of rainfall.

How many days does it rain in January in Dolores?

In January, in Dolores, the rain falls for 6.1 days. Throughout January, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Dolores?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 8.5 days and accumulates 8.11" (206mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January in Dolores?

In January, it is snowing for 8.5 days. Throughout January, 8.11" (206mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

In January, the average day length is 9h and 56min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Dolores?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, in Dolores, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:36 pm MST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Dolores?

January and December, with an average of 6.5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Dolores, Colorado.

How long on average sun shines in January in Dolores?

In Dolores, Colorado, the average sunshine duration in January is 6.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Dolores?

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

What is the UV index reading in January in Dolores?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading 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
Dolores, CO

Average temperature in January - Dolores, CO
  • Average high temperature in January: 35.1°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 (35.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 19.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

Average pressure in January
Dolores, CO

Average pressure in January - Dolores, CO
  • Average pressure in January: 30.23"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.23"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Dolores, CO

Average wind speed in January - Dolores, CO
  • Average wind speed in January: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (5.7mph).

Average humidity in January
Dolores, CO

Average humidity in January - Dolores, CO
  • Average humidity in January: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (73%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (26%).

Average rainfall in January
Dolores, CO

Average rainfall in January - Dolores, CO
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.26"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are January and December (1.26").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.2").

Average rainfall days in January
Dolores, CO

Average rainfall days in January - Dolores, CO
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (9.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Dolores, CO

Average snowfall in January - Dolores, CO
  • Average snowfall in January: 8.11"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.11").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Dolores, CO

Average snowfall days in January - Dolores, CO
  • Average snowfall days in January: 8.5 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and December (8.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 6h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Dolores, CO

Average sunshine days in January - Dolores, CO
  • Average sunshine days in January: 20.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (26.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (17.6 days).

Average UV index in January
Dolores, CO

Average UV index in January - Dolores, 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
Dolores, CO

Average cloud cover in January - Dolores, CO
  • Average cloud cover in January: 27

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 27).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 9).

Average visibility in January
Dolores, CO

Average visibility in January - Dolores, 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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