January weather forecast
Pitkin, CO

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Pitkin, Colorado, with an average temperature ranging between max 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and min 1.8°F (-16.8°C).

Temperature

The transition from December to January sees an average high-temperature of a still subzero cold 25.7°F (-3.5°C), indicating a minor variance from the prior month. Pitkin's average nighttime temperature descends significantly from the day's peak in January, settling at a polar cold 1.8°F (-16.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 87%.

Rainfall

In Pitkin, during January, the rain falls for 5.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Pitkin, there are 102.9 rainfall days, and 10.63" (270mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, August through December. In Pitkin, in January, during 11.8 snowfall days, 4.45" (113mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Pitkin, there are 90.8 snowfall days, and 41.65" (1058mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Pitkin is 9h and 50min.
On the first day of January in Pitkin, Colorado, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:26 pm MST.

Sunshine

In Pitkin, the average sunshine in January is 6.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is January in Pitkin?

During January, Pitkin experiences an average high-temperature of 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and a low-temperature of 1.8°F (-16.8°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Pitkin?

The average relative humidity in January in Pitkin is 87%.

How many days does it rain in January in Pitkin?

In Pitkin, Colorado, in January, it is raining for 5.2 days, with typically 0.55" (14mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Pitkin?

In Pitkin, Colorado, in January, snow falls for 11.8 days, with typically accumulated 4.45" (113mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Pitkin have in January?

In January, the average day length in Pitkin is 9h and 50min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Pitkin?

On the first day of January in Pitkin, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:26 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Pitkin?

The average sunshine duration in January in Pitkin is 6.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Pitkin?

January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Pitkin, Colorado.

What is the UV index reading in January in Pitkin?

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

Average temperature in January - Pitkin, CO
  • Average high temperature in January: 25.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (72.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (25.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 1.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (42.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.8°F).

Average pressure in January
Pitkin, CO

Average pressure in January - Pitkin, CO
  • Average pressure in January: 30.22"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.22"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Pitkin, CO

Average wind speed in January - Pitkin, CO
  • Average wind speed in January: 4.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (6.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in January
Pitkin, CO

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (46%).

Average rainfall in January
Pitkin, CO

Average rainfall in January - Pitkin, CO
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.97").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.47").

Average rainfall days in January
Pitkin, CO

Average rainfall days in January - Pitkin, CO
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.4 days).

Average snowfall in January
Pitkin, CO

Average snowfall in January - Pitkin, CO
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.45"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (7.36").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Pitkin, CO

Average snowfall days in January - Pitkin, CO
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (14 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0.1 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Pitkin, CO
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 6h and 2min

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 12min).

Average sunshine days in January
Pitkin, CO

Average sunshine days in January - Pitkin, CO
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Pitkin, CO

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Pitkin, CO

Average cloud cover in January - Pitkin, CO
  • Average cloud cover in January: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 39).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in January
Pitkin, CO

Average visibility in January - Pitkin, 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, March and December (4mi).

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