January weather forecast
Fort Garland, CO

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Fort Garland, Colorado, is an icy winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32.4°F (0.2°C) and 14.7°F (-9.6°C).

Temperature

The coldest temperatures occur during January, when averages reach a peak of 32.4°F (0.2°C) and a low of 14.7°F (-9.6°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 77%, January is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In Fort Garland, during January, the rain falls for 5.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Fort Garland, there are 125.5 rainfall days, and 19.84" (504mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through June, September through December are months with snowfall. In Fort Garland, in January, during 11.3 snowfall days, 5.83" (148mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Fort Garland, there are 73.4 snowfall days, and 53.07" (1348mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:24 pm MST.

Sunshine

In Fort Garland, the average sunshine in January is 6.9h.

UV index

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Updated: Jun 17, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

The coldest period is January, when temperatures fluctuate between an average high of 32.4°F (0.2°C) and a low of 14.7°F (-9.6°C).

How cold is January?

January temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 32.4°F (0.2°C) and a low-temperature of 14.7°F (-9.6°C).

What is the most humid month?

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the average humidity in January?

In Fort Garland, the average relative humidity in January is 77%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Fort Garland, in January, it is raining for 5.9 days, with typically 0.71" (18mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in January?

In Fort Garland, in January, during 11.3 snowfall days, 5.83" (148mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:24 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Fort Garland have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 6.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October through 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk 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
Fort Garland, CO

Average temperature in January - Fort Garland, CO
  • Average high temperature in January: 32.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 14.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (51.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.7°F).

Average pressure in January
Fort Garland, CO

Average pressure in January - Fort Garland, CO
  • Average pressure in January: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Fort Garland, CO

Average wind speed in January - Fort Garland, CO
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February, March and April (8.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Fort Garland, CO

Average humidity in January - Fort Garland, CO
  • Average humidity in January: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (43%).

Average rainfall in January
Fort Garland, CO

Average rainfall in January - Fort Garland, CO
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.63").

Average rainfall days in January
Fort Garland, CO

Average rainfall days in January - Fort Garland, CO
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Fort Garland, CO

Average snowfall in January - Fort Garland, CO
  • Average snowfall in January: 5.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (9.37").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Fort Garland, CO

Average snowfall days in January - Fort Garland, CO
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Fort Garland, CO

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Fort Garland, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in January
Fort Garland, CO

Average sunshine days in January - Fort Garland, CO
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6 days).

Average UV index in January
Fort Garland, CO

Average UV index in January - Fort Garland, CO
  • Average UV index in January: 2

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

Average cloud cover in January
Fort Garland, CO

Average cloud cover in January - Fort Garland, CO
  • Average cloud cover in January: 27

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 29).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in January
Fort Garland, CO

Average visibility in January - Fort Garland, 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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