January weather forecast
Gilcrest, CO

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is a wintry winter month in Gilcrest, Colorado, with temperature in the range of an average high of 41.5°F (5.3°C) and an average low of 22.5°F (-5.3°C).

Temperature

As Gilcrest transitions from December to January, the average high-temperatures adjust to a still wintry 41.5°F (5.3°C), nearly the same as the previous 39.9°F (4.4°C). The temperature lowers to an average of 22.5°F (-5.3°C) during January nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

January and December are months with the least rain in Gilcrest when the rain falls for 3 days and typically aggregates up to 0.12" (3mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In January, it is snowing for 4.3 days. Throughout January, 0.94" (24mm) of snow is accumulated. In Gilcrest, during the entire year, snow falls for 29.6 days and aggregates up to 10.2" (259mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 41min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:15 pm MST.

Sunshine

In Gilcrest, the average sunshine in January is 6.9h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during January translates into the following guidance:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. 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: Aug 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is January?

In January, in Gilcrest, the average high-temperature is 41.5°F (5.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 22.5°F (-5.3°C).

What are the most humid months in Gilcrest?

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

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 64%.

What is the driest month?

The months with the least rainfall are January and December Rain falls for 3 days and accumulates 0.12" (3mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Gilcrest, in January, during 3 rainfall days, 0.12" (3mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Gilcrest, during January, snow falls for 4.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Gilcrest have in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 41min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:15 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Gilcrest 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, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in January in Gilcrest?

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
Gilcrest, CO

Average temperature in January - Gilcrest, CO
  • Average high temperature in January: 41.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (39.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 22.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (20.7°F).

Average pressure in January
Gilcrest, CO

Average pressure in January - Gilcrest, 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 June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Gilcrest, CO

Average wind speed in January - Gilcrest, CO
  • Average wind speed in January: 5.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (5.5mph).

Average humidity in January
Gilcrest, CO

Average humidity in January - Gilcrest, CO
  • Average humidity in January: 64%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (64%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (42%).

Average rainfall in January
Gilcrest, CO

Average rainfall in January - Gilcrest, CO
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.12"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (0.67").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (0.12").

Average rainfall days in January
Gilcrest, CO

Average rainfall days in January - Gilcrest, CO
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (10 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Gilcrest, CO

Average snowfall in January - Gilcrest, CO
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.94"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.73").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Gilcrest, CO

Average snowfall days in January - Gilcrest, CO
  • Average snowfall days in January: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Gilcrest, 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 month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in January
Gilcrest, CO

Average sunshine days in January - Gilcrest, CO
  • Average sunshine days in January: 25.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (26.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (17.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Gilcrest, CO

Average UV index in January - Gilcrest, 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
Gilcrest, CO

Average cloud cover in January - Gilcrest, CO
  • Average cloud cover in January: 23

The months with the most cloud cover are February and April (Cloud cover 27).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 15).

Average visibility in January
Gilcrest, CO

Average visibility in January - Gilcrest, 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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