January weather forecast
Aurora, CO

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Weather in January

January sees chilly temperatures in Aurora, Colorado, with an average low temperature near freezing at 22.5°F (-5.3°C). As the coldest month, blankets of snow cover the town, leaving a beautiful winter wonderland. Compared to December, the overall weather conditions don't change significantly, remaining generally cold and dry. This month is known for its shorter hours of daylight, resulting in long, brisk nights. Brace for somewhat gusty winds, as January tends to be a relatively windy month.

Temperature

In January, Aurora notes an average high-temperature of a still icy 41°F (5°C), hardly different from the preceding month. In Aurora, the January nights cool down to an average low of 22.5°F (-5.3°C).

Humidity

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 64%, are the most humid months in Aurora, Colorado.

Rainfall

In Aurora, Colorado, during January, the rain falls for 3.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 98.3 rainfall days, and 11.69" (297mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In January, it is snowing for 6.1 days. Throughout January, 3.27" (83mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Aurora, there are 41.6 snowfall days, and 27.95" (710mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 44min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of January, in Aurora, Colorado, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:17 pm MST.

Sunshine

In Aurora, the average sunshine in January is 7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Aurora, Colorado, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in January suggests the following recommendations:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Aurora in January?

Aurora in January has an average high-temperature of 41°F (5°C) and an average low-temperature of 22.5°F (-5.3°C).

What are the most humid months in Aurora?

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 64%, are most humid months in Aurora, Colorado.

What is the average humidity in January in Aurora?

The average relative humidity in January is 64%.

How much does it rain in Aurora in January?

In Aurora, Colorado, in January, it is raining for 3.5 days, with typically 0.47" (12mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Aurora?

In January, in Aurora, it is snowing for 6.1 days. Throughout January, 3.27" (83mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Aurora have in January?

The average day length in January in Aurora, Colorado, is 9h and 44min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Aurora?

On the first day of January in Aurora, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:17 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Aurora have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Aurora?

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

What is the UV index reading in January in Aurora?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Aurora, Colorado, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Aurora, CO

Average temperature in January - Aurora, CO
  • Average high temperature in January: 41°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (40.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 22.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (21.7°F).

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Average pressure in January
Aurora, CO

Average pressure in January - Aurora, CO
  • Average pressure in January: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April and June (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Aurora, CO

Average wind speed in January - Aurora, CO
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are September and December (6.5mph).

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Average humidity in January
Aurora, CO

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (64%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (42%).

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Average rainfall in January
Aurora, CO

Average rainfall in January - Aurora, CO
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.47"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.97").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.43").

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Average rainfall days in January
Aurora, CO

Average rainfall days in January - Aurora, CO
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Aurora, CO

Average snowfall in January - Aurora, CO
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.27"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.49").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Aurora, CO

Average snowfall days in January - Aurora, CO
  • Average snowfall days in January: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (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
Aurora, CO

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
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 and July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Aurora, CO

Average sunshine days in January - Aurora, CO
  • Average sunshine days in January: 22.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.2 days).

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Average UV index in January
Aurora, CO

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

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

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Average cloud cover in January
Aurora, CO

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

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 27).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 15).

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Average visibility in January
Aurora, CO

Average visibility in January - Aurora, 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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