January weather forecast
Superior, CO

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Weather in January

Stationed in the core of winter, Superior, Colorado exhibits a balanced blend of winter elements. Humidity at 64% indicates a relative moistness in the chilly weather, explained by the snowfall on nearly 6 days in the month. With the mercury dropping below 22°F (-5.6°C) and soaring to just over 40°F (4.4°C), the weather remains squarely cold, while the daylight span of 9.7 hours offers limited sun exposure. It marks a solid start to the year, gradually paving the way for the colder elements to recede.

Temperature

With the onset of January, the average high-temperature stands at a still icy 40.3°F (4.6°C), closely aligned with December's 39.4°F (4.1°C). Superior records an average low-temperature of 21.6°F (-5.8°C) throughout the month of January.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 64%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 4.8 days and accumulates 0.16" (4mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Superior, in January, during 5.8 snowfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Superior, during the entire year, snow falls for 36.7 days and aggregates up to 13.98" (355mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 43min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:18 pm MST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: During January, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jul 18, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Superior during January?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Superior, is 40.3°F (4.6°C), while the average low-temperature is 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In Superior, the average relative humidity in January is 64%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 4.8 days and typically collects 0.16" (4mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 4.8 days. Throughout January, 0.16" (4mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 5.8 days. Throughout January, 1.1" (28mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

The average day length in January in Superior is 9h and 43min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:18 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
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
Superior, CO

Average temperature in January - Superior, CO
  • Average high temperature in January: 40.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (39.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 21.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are February and December (20.7°F).

Average pressure in January
Superior, CO

Average pressure in January - Superior, CO
  • Average pressure in January: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April and June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Superior, CO

Average wind speed in January - Superior, CO
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (5.6mph).

Average humidity in January
Superior, CO

Average humidity in January - Superior, CO
  • Average humidity in January: 64%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (67%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (41%).

Average rainfall in January
Superior, CO

Average rainfall in January - Superior, CO
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.16"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and July (0.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.16").

Average rainfall days in January
Superior, CO

Average rainfall days in January - Superior, CO
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.5 days).

Average snowfall in January
Superior, CO

Average snowfall in January - Superior, CO
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.1"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.68").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Superior, CO

Average snowfall days in January - Superior, CO
  • Average snowfall days in January: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Superior, CO
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 7h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in January
Superior, CO

Average sunshine days in January - Superior, CO
  • Average sunshine days in January: 23.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10 days).

Average UV index in January
Superior, CO

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

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Superior, CO

Average cloud cover in January - Superior, CO
  • Average cloud cover in January: 21

The months with the most cloud cover are April and May (Cloud cover 26).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 15).

Average visibility in January
Superior, CO

Average visibility in January - Superior, CO
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

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

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