January weather forecast
Ophir, CO

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A rough unmarked road through the shrubs and hilly slopes in the mountainous region heading to Ophir town, Colorado
A rough unmarked road through the shrubs and hilly slopes in the mountainous region heading to Ophir town, Colorado

Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Ophir, Colorado, is a freezing cold winter month, with an average temperature ranging between min 4.3°F (-15.4°C) and max 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

Temperature

The advent of January signifies a minor shift to an average high-temperature of a still freezing cold 26.1°F (-3.3°C), aligning closely with December. In January, Ophir endures a notable temperature shift from day to night, with lows averaging at a polar cold 4.3°F (-15.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 84%.

Rainfall

In Ophir, in January, it is raining for 5.3 days, with typically 1.97" (50mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Ophir, during the entire year, the rain falls for 107.5 days and collects up to 26.34" (669mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through December are months with snowfall. In Ophir, during January, snow falls for 15.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 16.14" (410mm) of snow. In Ophir, during the entire year, snow falls for 117.7 days and aggregates up to 123.82" (3145mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Ophir, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 54min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:33 pm MST.

Sunshine

In Ophir, the average sunshine in January is 5.9h.

UV index

In Ophir, Colorado, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in January transforms into this advice:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Aug 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Ophir in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Ophir, records 26.1°F (-3.3°C), while the low-temperature is 4.3°F (-15.4°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 84%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Ophir, in January, it is raining for 5.3 days, with typically 1.97" (50mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 15.4 days. Throughout January, 16.14" (410mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Ophir have in January?

In Ophir, the average day length in January is 9h and 54min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:33 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Ophir have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 5.9h.

What is the UV index reading in January?

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

Average temperature in January - Ophir, CO
  • Average high temperature in January: 26.1°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 (25.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 4.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (43.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (4.3°F).

Average pressure in January
Ophir, CO

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.23"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April and May (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Ophir, CO

Average wind speed in January - Ophir, CO
  • Average wind speed in January: 4.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (7.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in January
Ophir, CO

Average humidity in January - Ophir, CO
  • Average humidity in January: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (45%).

Average rainfall in January
Ophir, CO

Average rainfall in January - Ophir, CO
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.97"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (1.3").

Average rainfall days in January
Ophir, CO

Average rainfall days in January - Ophir, CO
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.1 days).

Average snowfall in January
Ophir, CO

Average snowfall in January - Ophir, CO
  • Average snowfall in January: 16.14"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (19.88").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0.12").

Average snowfall days in January
Ophir, CO

Average snowfall days in January - Ophir, CO
  • Average snowfall days in January: 15.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (17.3 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0.3 days).

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

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

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Ophir, CO

Average sunshine days in January - Ophir, CO
  • Average sunshine days in January: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.1 days).

Average UV index in January
Ophir, CO

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

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

Average cloud cover in January
Ophir, CO

Average cloud cover in January - Ophir, CO
  • Average cloud cover in January: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in January
Ophir, CO

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

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

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