January weather forecastGunnison, CO
January
Weather in January
In Gunnison, Colorado, USA, January ushers in the New Year with low temperatures and high humidity. Relative humidity peaks at a high percentage of 87%, creating a noticeably damp environment often exacerbated by occasional snowfall. January experiences considerable snowfall, with an average of 4.69" (119mm), making it a great month for winter sports enthusiasts. This month is marked by short days and long nights due to the region's location. With both the temperatures and daylight hours at their annual nadir, January's wintry weather sets a chilly, somewhat somber tone for the start of the year.Temperature
January stands out as Gunnison's coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 26.4°F (-3.1°C) and a low-temperature of 1.9°F (-16.7°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in January is 87%.Rainfall
In Gunnison, in January, during 4.5 rainfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 83.5 rainfall days, and 9.33" (237mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through June, August, October through December. In Gunnison, during January, snow falls for 11.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.69" (119mm) of snow. In Gunnison, during the entire year, snow falls for 77.9 days and aggregates up to 41.65" (1058mm) of snow.Daylight
In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 50min.On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:28 pm MST.
Sunshine
In January, the average sunshine is 6.5h.UV index
January through April, 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 minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: An average UV index of 2 in January transforms into this advice:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Gunnison, CO
- Average high temperature in January: 26.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.4°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 1.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (44.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.9°F).
Average pressure in January
Gunnison, 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 (29.94"Hg).
Average wind speed in January
Gunnison, CO
- Average wind speed in January: 4.5mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are May and June (6.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January and December (4.5mph).
Average humidity in January
Gunnison, CO
- Average humidity in January: 87%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (44%).
Average rainfall in January
Gunnison, CO
- Average rainfall in January: 0.59"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.3").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and November (0.55").
Average rainfall days in January
Gunnison, CO
- Average rainfall days in January: 4.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.5 days).
Average snowfall in January
Gunnison, CO
- Average snowfall in January: 4.69"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.97").
The months with the least snowfall are July and September (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Gunnison, CO
- Average snowfall days in January: 11.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.8 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Gunnison, 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: 6h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in January
Gunnison, CO
- Average sunshine days in January: 19.3 days
The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (21.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.7 days).
Average UV index in January
Gunnison, CO
- Average UV index in January: 2
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in January
Gunnison, CO
- Average cloud cover in January: 31
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 35).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 12).
Average visibility in January
Gunnison, 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).
