January weather forecast
Durango, CO

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A railway passing through the high rocks and cliffs of San Juan Mountains, with an old steam engine train from Durango, Colorado to Silverton
A railway passing through the high rocks and cliffs of San Juan Mountains, with an old steam engine train from Durango, Colorado to Silverton

Weather in January

January in Durango, Colorado commences with a distinct chilly essence. It is colder when compared to the following month with the lowest temperature descending to 13.3°F (-10.4°C). Snowfall, being a common occurrence, blankets the city, lending it a pristine, winter-wonderland charm. To add to the wintry mood, daylight is relatively scarce. Yet, January offers a quaint allure to winter aficionados.

Temperature

Durango experiences its lowest average temperatures in January, reaching a peak of 31.3°F (-0.4°C) and a minimum of 13.3°F (-10.4°C).

Humidity

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

Rainfall

In January, in Durango, Colorado, the rain falls for 4.3 days. Throughout January, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 113.4 rainfall days, and 20.63" (524mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Durango are January through May, October through December. In Durango, during January, snow falls for 12 days and regularly aggregates up to 13.39" (340mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 69.1 snowfall days, and 74.06" (1881mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Durango is 9h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of January, in Durango, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:34 pm MST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Durango?

In Durango, January is the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a high of 31.3°F (-0.4°C) and a low of 13.3°F (-10.4°C).

How cold is January in Durango?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Durango, Colorado, during January are 31.3°F (-0.4°C) and 13.3°F (-10.4°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month in Durango?

With an average relative humidity of 82%, January is the most humid month in Durango.

What is the average humidity in January in Durango?

In Durango, the average relative humidity in January is 82%.

How much does it rain in Durango in January?

In January, in Durango, Colorado, the rain falls for 4.3 days. Throughout January, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Durango in January?

In Durango, Colorado, in January, snow falls for 12 days, with typically accumulated 13.39" (340mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Durango have in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 56min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Durango?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:34 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Durango?

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

How long on average sun shines in January in Durango?

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

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Durango?

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

How high is the UV index in January in Durango?

In Durango, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Durango, CO

Average temperature in January - Durango, CO
  • Average high temperature in January: 31.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 13.3°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 (13.3°F).

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Average pressure in January
Durango, CO

Average pressure in January - Durango, CO
  • Average pressure in January: 30.22"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.22"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April, May and June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Durango, CO

Average wind speed in January - Durango, CO
  • Average wind speed in January: 5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (4.9mph).

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Average humidity in January
Durango, CO

Average humidity in January - Durango, CO
  • Average humidity in January: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (37%).

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Average rainfall in January
Durango, CO

Average rainfall in January - Durango, CO
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.94").

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Average rainfall days in January
Durango, CO

Average rainfall days in January - Durango, CO
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.4 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Durango, CO

Average snowfall in January - Durango, CO
  • Average snowfall in January: 13.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (14.57").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Durango, CO

Average snowfall days in January - Durango, CO
  • Average snowfall days in January: 12 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Durango, 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: 6h and 1min

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

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Average sunshine days in January
Durango, CO

Average sunshine days in January - Durango, CO
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.9 days).

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Average UV index in January
Durango, CO

Average UV index in January - Durango, 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).

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Average cloud cover in January
Durango, CO

Average cloud cover in January - Durango, CO
  • Average cloud cover in January: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 33).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 12).

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Average visibility in January
Durango, CO

Average visibility in January - Durango, 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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