January weather forecast
Craig, CO

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Weather in January

Looking at the beginning of the year in Craig, Colorado, January sets the stage for a frigid winter period. Snowfall in plentiful amounts reaching up to 6.81" (173mm) combined with average high temperatures of just 28.8°F (-1.8°C), paints a portrait of a typical frosty winter month dominated by white landscapes. Despite these winter wonderland conditions, the bright Colorado sun still shines delivering approximately 6 hours of daily sunshine adding beauty to the snow-covered city. Locals and tourists alike, embrace these conditions, engaging in winter activities such as snowboarding and skiing. Balancing the cold air with the warmth of these activities, Craig, Colorado provides an exciting ambiance during the first month of the year.

Temperature

The coldest period is January, when temperatures fluctuate between an average high of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and a low of 10.9°F (-11.7°C).

Humidity

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 84%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Craig, during January, the rain falls for 3.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Craig, there are 76.8 rainfall days, and 9.88" (251mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall in Craig, Colorado. In Craig, during January, snow falls for 12 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.81" (173mm) of snow. In Craig, during the entire year, snow falls for 68.6 days and aggregates up to 41.3" (1049mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Craig, Colorado, is 9h and 40min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:26 pm MST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 5.6h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during January translates into the following guidance:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Craig?

With its average high temperature of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and a low of 10.9°F (-11.7°C), January is regarded as the coldest month.

How cold is it in Craig in January?

In Craig, 28.8°F (-1.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 10.9°F (-11.7°C) is the average low-temperature during January.

What is the most humid month in Craig?

The months with the highest humidity in Craig, Colorado, are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 84%.

What is the average humidity in January in Craig?

In Craig, Colorado, the average relative humidity in January is 84%.

How much does it rain in Craig in January?

In Craig, Colorado, in January, it is raining for 3.1 days, with typically 0.87" (22mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Craig in January?

In Craig, Colorado, in January, snow falls for 12 days, with typically accumulated 6.81" (173mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Craig have in January?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Craig?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:26 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Craig?

The average sunshine duration in January is 5.6h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in January in Craig?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Craig, Colorado, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Today
Tomorrow
Long-term
YearJanuaryFMAMJJASOND
Dec
January
Feb
Average high temperature
28.9°F -1.7°C
28.8°F -1.8°C
30.6°F -0.8°C
Average low temperature
12.7°F -10.7°C
10.9°F -11.7°C
13.5°F -10.3°C
Average pressure
30.22" 768mmHg
30.27" 769mmHg
30.14" 766mmHg
Average wind speed
5.5mph 8.9km/h
5.2mph 8.4km/h
6.2mph 10km/h
Average max. wind speed
6mph 9.7km/h
5.8mph 9.3km/h
6.8mph 10.9km/h
Average wind speed gusts
10.1mph 16.3km/h
9.6mph 15.4km/h
11mph 17.7km/h
Average humidity
80%
84%
84%
Average rainfall
0.91" 23mm
0.87" 22mm
0.91" 23mm
Average rainfall days
3.5
3.1
3.5
Average snowfall
7.28" 185mm
6.81" 173mm
6.85" 174mm
Average snowfall days
11.9
12
13.8
Average daylight
9h 2min
9h 4min
10h 4min
Average sunshine
6h 0min
5h 4min
5h 2min
Average sunshine days
18.3
18.3
13.3
Average UV index
2
2
2
Average cloud cover
38%
41%
45%
Average visibility
5mi 8km
4mi 6.4km
4mi 6.4km

Average temperature in January
Craig, CO

Average temperature in January - Craig, CO
  • Average high temperature in January: 28.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 10.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (51.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.9°F).

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Average pressure in January
Craig, CO

Average pressure in January - Craig, CO
  • Average pressure in January: 30.27"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.27"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are May and June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Craig, CO

Average wind speed in January - Craig, CO
  • Average wind speed in January: 5.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (5.2mph).

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Average humidity in January
Craig, CO

Average humidity in January - Craig, CO
  • Average humidity in January: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (41%).

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Average rainfall in January
Craig, CO

Average rainfall in January - Craig, CO
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (1.38").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are August and September (0.39").

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Average rainfall days in January
Craig, CO

Average rainfall days in January - Craig, CO
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (10.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.1 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Craig, CO

Average snowfall in January - Craig, CO
  • Average snowfall in January: 6.81"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (7.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Craig, CO

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (13.8 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
Craig, CO

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Craig, 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: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Craig, CO

Average sunshine days in January - Craig, CO
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (22.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (13.3 days).

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Average UV index in January
Craig, CO

Average UV index in January - Craig, 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, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in January
Craig, CO

Average cloud cover in January - Craig, CO
  • Average cloud cover in January: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 12).

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Average visibility in January
Craig, CO

Average visibility in January - Craig, CO
  • 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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