January weather forecast
Silverton, CO

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The view of Silverton, Colorado, via the beauty of the brown and yellow trees in the fall
The view of Silverton, Colorado, via the beauty of the brown and yellow trees in the fall

Weather in January

January in Silverton, Colorado, ushers in the new year with a coat of fresh snow. While the temperature stays considerably low, one can expect white landscapes and frosty mornings. Snowfall is extensive with an average of 16.14" (410mm) recorded. Following January, conditions tend to warm up ever so slightly, yet remain cold. Despite the chill, the beauty of the white blanket that covers Silverton is a sight to winters lovers cherish.

Temperature

In January, Silverton's weather conditions record an average high-temperature of a still subzero cold 26.1°F (-3.3°C), demonstrating little divergence from the preceding month. Throughout January, Silverton acknowledges a distinct difference between its daytime highs and the steady low average of 4.3°F (-15.4°C).

Humidity

In Silverton, Colorado, the average relative humidity in January is 84%.

Rainfall

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

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through December. In Silverton, in January, during 15.4 snowfall days, 16.14" (410mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 117.7 snowfall days, and 123.82" (3145mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

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 7:15 am and sunset at 5:32 pm MST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In Silverton, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 in January translates into these instructions:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is January?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Silverton, is 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 4.3°F (-15.4°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 84%.

How many days does it rain in January?

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

How many days does it snow in January?

In Silverton, in January, during 15.4 snowfall days, 16.14" (410mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 54min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:32 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Silverton?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 5.9h.

What is the UV index reading in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January 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 rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Silverton, CO

Average temperature in January - Silverton, 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
Silverton, CO

Average pressure in January - Silverton, 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
Silverton, CO

Average wind speed in January - Silverton, 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
Silverton, CO

Average humidity in January - Silverton, 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
Silverton, CO

Average rainfall in January - Silverton, 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
Silverton, CO

Average rainfall days in January - Silverton, 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
Silverton, CO

Average snowfall in January - Silverton, 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
Silverton, CO

Average snowfall days in January - Silverton, 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
Silverton, CO

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Silverton, 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
Silverton, CO

Average sunshine days in January - Silverton, 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
Silverton, CO

Average UV index in January - Silverton, 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
Silverton, CO

Average cloud cover in January - Silverton, 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
Silverton, CO

Average visibility in January - Silverton, 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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