January weather forecast
Crested Butte, CO

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Scenic wooden holiday homes amid trees and great scenery in a village in Crested Butte, Colorado, a view of the snowy Mount Butte in the back
Scenic wooden holiday homes amid trees and great scenery in a village in Crested Butte, Colorado, a view of the snowy Mount Butte in the back

Weather in January

Beginning the year on a markedly cold note, January in Crested Butte, Colorado, is characterized by snowfalls while keeping extremely low temperatures. The city experiences the longest snowfall days of 19.1 and the city is cloaked in an impressive 18.27" (464mm) of snow, painting a pristine winter wonderland that can make anyone gasp in awe. With low daylight hours, winter sports enthusiasts find it an absolute paradise. This time of the year is also graced with an increased cloud cover leading to low visibility scenarios. It's the peak of the wintry feel as February approaches with a promise of similar weather patterns.

Temperature

The arrival of January in Crested Butte sees a recorded average high-temperature of a still freezing cold 22.8°F (-5.1°C), showing little divergence from the previous month's conditions. A stark contrast in day to night temperatures can be seen in January, with an average low-temperature of -0°F (-17.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 89%.

Rainfall

In Crested Butte, in January, during 3.8 rainfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Crested Butte, there are 117.4 rainfall days, and 29.33" (745mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through December. In Crested Butte, Colorado, in January, snow falls for 19.1 days, with typically accumulated 18.27" (464mm) of snow. In Crested Butte, during the entire year, snow falls for 159 days and aggregates up to 149.53" (3798mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 49min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:27 pm MST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 5.2h.

UV index

In Crested Butte, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is January in Crested Butte?

January temperatures in Crested Butte vary between a high-temperature of 22.8°F (-5.1°C) and a low-temperature of -0°F (-17.8°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Crested Butte?

In January, the average relative humidity in Crested Butte, Colorado, is 89%.

How many days does it rain in January in Crested Butte?

In Crested Butte, Colorado, in January, it is raining for 3.8 days, with typically 2.2" (56mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Crested Butte?

In January, in Crested Butte, it is snowing for 19.1 days. Throughout January, 18.27" (464mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January in Crested Butte?

In Crested Butte, the average day length in January is 9h and 49min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Crested Butte?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, in Crested Butte, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:27 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Crested Butte have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January in Crested Butte, Colorado, is 5.2h.

How high is the UV index in January in Crested Butte?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Crested Butte is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Crested Butte, CO

Average temperature in January - Crested Butte, CO
  • Average high temperature in January: 22.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (67.6°F).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are February and December (22.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 0°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (41°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0°F).

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Average pressure in January
Crested Butte, CO

Average pressure in January - Crested Butte, CO
  • Average pressure in January: 30.23"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.23"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April and May (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Crested Butte, CO

Average wind speed in January - Crested Butte, CO
  • Average wind speed in January: 4.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (6.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

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Average humidity in January
Crested Butte, CO

Average humidity in January - Crested Butte, CO
  • Average humidity in January: 89%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (52%).

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Average rainfall in January
Crested Butte, CO

Average rainfall in January - Crested Butte, CO
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.61").

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Average rainfall days in January
Crested Butte, CO

Average rainfall days in January - Crested Butte, CO
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.1 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Crested Butte, CO

Average snowfall in January - Crested Butte, CO
  • Average snowfall in January: 18.27"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (23.94").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0.16").

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Average snowfall days in January
Crested Butte, CO

Average snowfall days in January - Crested Butte, CO
  • Average snowfall days in January: 19.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is April (21.8 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0.7 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Crested Butte, CO

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Crested Butte, CO
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Crested Butte, CO

Average sunshine days in January - Crested Butte, CO
  • Average sunshine days in January: 12.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (5.3 days).

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Average UV index in January
Crested Butte, CO

Average UV index in January - Crested Butte, CO
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, March and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in January
Crested Butte, CO

Average cloud cover in January - Crested Butte, CO
  • Average cloud cover in January: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 17).

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Average visibility in January
Crested Butte, CO

Average visibility in January - Crested Butte, CO
  • Average visibility in January: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April and December (4mi).

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