January weather forecast
Wellington, CO

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Wellington, Colorado, is a wintry winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 37.9°F (3.3°C) and 20.3°F (-6.5°C).

Temperature

January's climate shows a minor adjustment in average high-temperatures to a still wintry 37.9°F (3.3°C) from December's 36.1°F (2.3°C). In the month of January, the temperature generally rests at an average low of 20.3°F (-6.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January in Wellington is 65%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall in Wellington. Rain falls for 1.2 days and accumulates 0.12" (3mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Wellington, during January, snow falls for 2.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Wellington, there are 21.2 snowfall days, and 15.98" (406mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Wellington, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 40min.
On the first day of January in Wellington, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 5:15 pm MST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 7h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Wellington, Colorado. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in January transforms into the following instructions:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Wellington during January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Wellington, records 37.9°F (3.3°C), while the low-temperature is 20.3°F (-6.5°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Wellington?

In January, the average relative humidity in Wellington is 65%.

What is the driest month in Wellington?

January is the month with the least rainfall in Wellington. Rain falls for 1.2 days and accumulates 0.12" (3mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Wellington in January?

In Wellington, during January, the rain falls for 1.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.12" (3mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Wellington in January?

In Wellington, Colorado, in January, snow falls for 2.8 days, with typically accumulated 0.91" (23mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Wellington have in January?

In January, the average day length in Wellington is 9h and 40min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Wellington?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, in Wellington, Colorado, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 5:15 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Wellington?

The average sunshine duration in January is 7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Wellington?

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

How high is the UV index in January in Wellington?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Wellington is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Wellington, CO

Average temperature in January - Wellington, CO
  • Average high temperature in January: 37.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 20.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (18.7°F).

Average pressure in January
Wellington, CO

Average pressure in January - Wellington, CO
  • Average pressure in January: 30.15"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Wellington, CO

Average wind speed in January - Wellington, CO
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

Average humidity in January
Wellington, CO

Average humidity in January - Wellington, CO
  • Average humidity in January: 65%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (67%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, August and September (45%).

Average rainfall in January
Wellington, CO

Average rainfall in January - Wellington, CO
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.12"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.12").

Average rainfall days in January
Wellington, CO

Average rainfall days in January - Wellington, CO
  • Average rainfall days in January: 1.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.2 days).

Average snowfall in January
Wellington, CO

Average snowfall in January - Wellington, CO
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is April (3.27").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Wellington, CO

Average snowfall days in January - Wellington, CO
  • Average snowfall days in January: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Wellington, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 7h and 0min

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

Average sunshine days in January
Wellington, CO

Average sunshine days in January - Wellington, CO
  • Average sunshine days in January: 27.5 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (27.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.9 days).

Average UV index in January
Wellington, CO

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

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

Average cloud cover in January
Wellington, CO

Average cloud cover in January - Wellington, CO
  • Average cloud cover in January: 22

The months with the most cloud cover are February, April and May (Cloud cover 27).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 16).

Average visibility in January
Wellington, CO

Average visibility in January - Wellington, 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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