January weather forecast
Leadville, CO

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Weather in January

When winter wraps its icy hands around Leadville, Colorado, the first month of the year sees frigid temperatures and falling snow. January is characterized by humidity at 87% and snow accumulates at 10.04" (255mm) over the course of 17.3 days. The city experiences colder conditions than the forthcoming February, while the daylight lasts for about 9.8 hours. With the most of the day being clouded, and the longest night hours of any month, January is truly a winter's tale.

Temperature

January's presence records an average high-temperature of a still subzero cold 23.4°F (-4.8°C), closely mirroring December's climate. Leadville's temperature exhibits a stark contrast from daytime to nighttime, averaging lows of 1.8°F (-16.8°C) in January.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 87%.

Rainfall

In Leadville, in January, during 5 rainfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Leadville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 103.1 days and collects up to 19.65" (499mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through December are months with snowfall. In Leadville, in January, during 17.3 snowfall days, 10.04" (255mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 141.6 snowfall days, and 104.69" (2659mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 47min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:24 pm MST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 5.8h.

UV index

In Leadville, 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 the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: During January, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 15, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in January?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Leadville during January are 23.4°F (-4.8°C) and 1.8°F (-16.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 87%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Leadville, Colorado, during January, the rain falls for 5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in January?

In Leadville, in January, during 17.3 snowfall days, 10.04" (255mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Leadville have in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 47min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:24 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 5.8h.

What is the UV index reading in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Leadville, CO

Average temperature in January - Leadville, CO
  • Average high temperature in January: 23.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (66.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (23°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 1.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (40.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.8°F).

Average pressure in January
Leadville, CO

Average pressure in January - Leadville, CO
  • Average pressure in January: 30.2"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.2"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Leadville, CO

Average wind speed in January - Leadville, CO
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and June (6.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in January
Leadville, CO

Average humidity in January - Leadville, CO
  • Average humidity in January: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (52%).

Average rainfall in January
Leadville, CO

Average rainfall in January - Leadville, CO
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.48").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.98").

Average rainfall days in January
Leadville, CO

Average rainfall days in January - Leadville, CO
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.9 days).

Average snowfall in January
Leadville, CO

Average snowfall in January - Leadville, CO
  • Average snowfall in January: 10.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (18.11").
The month with the least snowfall is August (0.28").

Average snowfall days in January
Leadville, CO

Average snowfall days in January - Leadville, CO
  • Average snowfall days in January: 17.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is April (19.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (1 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Leadville, 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: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in January
Leadville, CO

Average sunshine days in January - Leadville, CO
  • Average sunshine days in January: 13.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (6.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Leadville, CO

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Leadville, CO

Average cloud cover in January - Leadville, CO
  • Average cloud cover in January: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 17).

Average visibility in January
Leadville, CO

Average visibility in January - Leadville, CO
  • Average visibility in January: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (4mi).

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