January weather forecast
Pagosa Springs, CO

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Weather in January

January hosts the chilliest conditions seen in Pagosa Springs, Colorado, with the lowest temperatures averaging from 8.1°F (-13.3°C) to 29.8°F (-1.2°C). The snow-laden landscape offers a picturesque imagery of winter, being the second snowiest month. The skies mostly remain cloud-filled, reducing the likelihood of abundant sunshine, while daylight hours continue to be brief. As the new year begins, the breezy weather of January is characteristic of Colorado's mountain climes.

Temperature

The coldest time of the year is January, with temperatures averaging a high of 29.8°F (-1.2°C) and a low of 8.1°F (-13.3°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Pagosa Springs are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 86%.

Rainfall

In January, in Pagosa Springs, Colorado, the rain falls for 3.7 days. Throughout January, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Pagosa Springs, Colorado, during the entire year, the rain falls for 107 days and collects up to 17.56" (446mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Pagosa Springs, during January, snow falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 11.5" (292mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 71.9 snowfall days, and 70.08" (1780mm) 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 7:21 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:31 pm MST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Pagosa Springs is January, with an average of 6h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Pagosa Springs are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in January interprets into the following advice:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Pagosa Springs?

January stands out as Pagosa Springs's coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 29.8°F (-1.2°C) and a low-temperature of 8.1°F (-13.3°C).

How cold is January in Pagosa Springs?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Pagosa Springs, is 29.8°F (-1.2°C) and the average low-temperature is 8.1°F (-13.3°C).

What is the most humid month in Pagosa Springs?

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 86%, are most humid months in Pagosa Springs.

What is the average humidity in January in Pagosa Springs?

In Pagosa Springs, the average relative humidity in January is 86%.

How much does it rain in Pagosa Springs in January?

In Pagosa Springs, Colorado, in January, during 3.7 rainfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Pagosa Springs in January?

In Pagosa Springs, Colorado, in January, snow falls for 11.5 days, with typically accumulated 11.5" (292mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January in Pagosa Springs?

The average day length in January in Pagosa Springs, Colorado, is 9h and 56min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Pagosa Springs?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, in Pagosa Springs, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:31 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Pagosa Springs?

With an average of 6h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Pagosa Springs.

How long on average sun shines in January in Pagosa Springs?

In Pagosa Springs, Colorado, the average sunshine duration in January is 6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Pagosa Springs?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in January in Pagosa Springs?

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

Average temperature in January - Pagosa Springs, CO
  • Average high temperature in January: 29.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 8.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (46.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.1°F).

Average pressure in January
Pagosa Springs, CO

Average pressure in January - Pagosa Springs, CO
  • Average pressure in January: 30.21"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.21"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Pagosa Springs, CO

Average wind speed in January - Pagosa Springs, CO
  • Average wind speed in January: 3.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are May and June (6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (3.7mph).

Average humidity in January
Pagosa Springs, CO

Average humidity in January - Pagosa Springs, CO
  • Average humidity in January: 86%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (42%).

Average rainfall in January
Pagosa Springs, CO

Average rainfall in January - Pagosa Springs, CO
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.44").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.71").

Average rainfall days in January
Pagosa Springs, CO

Average rainfall days in January - Pagosa Springs, CO
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.1 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (3.7 days).

Average snowfall in January
Pagosa Springs, CO

Average snowfall in January - Pagosa Springs, CO
  • Average snowfall in January: 11.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (14.45").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Pagosa Springs, CO

Average snowfall days in January - Pagosa Springs, CO
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (13.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Pagosa Springs, CO

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Pagosa Springs, 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

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h).

Average sunshine days in January
Pagosa Springs, CO

Average sunshine days in January - Pagosa Springs, CO
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Pagosa Springs, CO

Average UV index in January - Pagosa Springs, CO
  • Average UV index in January: 2

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

Average cloud cover in January
Pagosa Springs, CO

Average cloud cover in January - Pagosa Springs, CO
  • Average cloud cover in January: 36

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 36).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 11).

Average visibility in January
Pagosa Springs, CO

Average visibility in January - Pagosa Springs, CO
  • Average visibility in January: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, 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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