January weather forecast
Aspen, WY

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Aspen, Wyoming, is a freezing cold winter month, with an average temperature ranging between min 10.8°F (-11.8°C) and max 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

Temperature

The advent of January sees the average high-temperature at a still freezing cold 27.7°F (-2.4°C), subtly shifted from December's 26.4°F (-3.1°C). Aspen experiences an average low-temperature of 10.8°F (-11.8°C) in month of January.

Humidity

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 87%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Aspen, during January, the rain falls for 6.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation. In Aspen, during the entire year, the rain falls for 94.2 days and collects up to 11.5" (292mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through June, September through December are months with snowfall. In Aspen, in January, during 14.3 snowfall days, 7.36" (187mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Aspen, during the entire year, snow falls for 99.3 days and aggregates up to 56.22" (1428mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 37min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:37 pm MST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 5.8h of sunshine.

UV index

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during January leads to these advisories:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jul 21, 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 Aspen, is 27.7°F (-2.4°C) and the average low-temperature is 10.8°F (-11.8°C).

What are the most humid months?

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 87%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 87%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Aspen, in January, it is raining for 6.5 days, with typically 0.94" (24mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Aspen?

In Aspen, in January, during 14.3 snowfall days, 7.36" (187mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 37min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:37 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 5.8h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Aspen have in January?

In Aspen, the average sunshine duration in January is 5.8h.

How high is the UV index in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading 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
Aspen, WY

Average temperature in January - Aspen, WY
  • Average high temperature in January: 27.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (26.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 10.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (51.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.8°F).

Average pressure in January
Aspen, WY

Average pressure in January - Aspen, WY
  • Average pressure in January: 30.29"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.29"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Aspen, WY

Average wind speed in January - Aspen, WY
  • Average wind speed in January: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.7mph).

Average humidity in January
Aspen, WY

Average humidity in January - Aspen, WY
  • Average humidity in January: 87%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (39%).

Average rainfall in January
Aspen, WY

Average rainfall in January - Aspen, WY
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.94"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and May (1.38").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.51").

Average rainfall days in January
Aspen, WY

Average rainfall days in January - Aspen, WY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (11.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.5 days).

Average snowfall in January
Aspen, WY

Average snowfall in January - Aspen, WY
  • Average snowfall in January: 7.36"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (10").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Aspen, WY

Average snowfall days in January - Aspen, WY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (16.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Aspen, WY

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Aspen, WY
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Aspen, WY

Average sunshine days in January - Aspen, WY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Aspen, WY

Average UV index in January - Aspen, WY
  • 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 November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Aspen, WY

Average cloud cover in January - Aspen, WY
  • Average cloud cover in January: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in January
Aspen, WY

Average visibility in January - Aspen, WY
  • 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 and February (4mi).

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