January weather forecast
Rifle, CO

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The scenic Triple Falls of the Rifle Falls in Colorado, flowing to the still waters of the river below
The scenic Triple Falls of the Rifle Falls in Colorado, flowing to the still waters of the river below

Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Rifle, Colorado, is another subzero cold winter month, with an average temperature varying between 12°F (-11.1°C) and 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Temperature

The coldest period tends to be January, when average temperatures fluctuate between a high of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and a low of 12°F (-11.1°C).

Humidity

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 85%.

Rainfall

In Rifle, in January, it is raining for 7.2 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 107.7 rainfall days, and 11.89" (302mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Rifle, in January, during 13 snowfall days, 7.44" (189mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Rifle, during the entire year, snow falls for 58.6 days and aggregates up to 36.85" (936mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Rifle, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 46min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:29 pm MST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 6.1h of sunshine.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during January translates into these guidelines:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

The lowest temperatures are recorded in January, with averages reaching a high of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and a low of 12°F (-11.1°C).

How cold is January?

During January, Rifle experiences an average high-temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and a low-temperature of 12°F (-11.1°C).

What is the most humid month in Rifle?

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 85%.

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity in Rifle is 85%.

How much does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 7.2 days. Throughout January, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In Rifle, during January, snow falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.44" (189mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Rifle have in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 46min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, in Rifle, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:29 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 6.1h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Rifle?

In Rifle, the average sunshine duration in January is 6.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

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 minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Rifle, CO

Average temperature in January - Rifle, CO
  • Average high temperature in January: 30.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 12°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (50.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12°F).

Average pressure in January
Rifle, CO

Average pressure in January - Rifle, CO
  • Average pressure in January: 30.27"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.27"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Rifle, CO

Average wind speed in January - Rifle, CO
  • Average wind speed in January: 4.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (6.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.1mph).

Average humidity in January
Rifle, CO

Average humidity in January - Rifle, CO
  • Average humidity in January: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (43%).

Average rainfall in January
Rifle, CO

Average rainfall in January - Rifle, CO
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (1.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.51").

Average rainfall days in January
Rifle, CO

Average rainfall days in January - Rifle, CO
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (14 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (5.9 days).

Average snowfall in January
Rifle, CO

Average snowfall in January - Rifle, CO
  • Average snowfall in January: 7.44"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.74").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Rifle, CO

Average snowfall days in January - Rifle, CO
  • Average snowfall days in January: 13 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Rifle, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 6h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
Rifle, CO

Average sunshine days in January - Rifle, CO
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.7 days).

Average UV index in January
Rifle, CO

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (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
Rifle, CO

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 39).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 12).

Average visibility in January
Rifle, CO

Average visibility in January - Rifle, 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 month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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