January weather forecastCrested Butte, CO
January
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
Crested Butte commences January with an average high-temperature of a still freezing cold 22.8°F (-5.1°C), maintaining a close resemblance to the previous month. Crested Butte receives a consistent average low-temperature of -0°F (-17.8°C) in January, a substantial dip from the day's heat.Humidity
The average relative humidity in January is 89%.Rainfall
In Crested Butte, in January, it is raining for 3.8 days, with typically 2.2" (56mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 117.4 rainfall days, and 29.33" (745mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through December. In January, it is snowing for 19.1 days. Throughout January, 18.27" (464mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 159 snowfall days, and 149.53" (3798mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Crested Butte, 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 Crested Butte, the average sunshine in January is 5.2h.UV index
In Crested Butte, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
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).
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).
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).
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%).
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").
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).
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").
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).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Crested Butte, CO
- Average daylight in January: 9h and 48min
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 12min
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
