January weather forecastMount Crested Butte, CO
January
Weather in January
January, the same as December, in Mount Crested Butte, Colorado, is another subzero cold winter month, with an average temperature ranging between min -0°F (-17.8°C) and max 22.8°F (-5.1°C).Temperature
The beginning of January records an average high-temperature of a still subzero cold 22.8°F (-5.1°C), marking a negligible difference from December's 22.6°F (-5.2°C). Mount Crested Butte's January nights cool down significantly from the day's heat, to an average low-temperature of -0°F (-17.8°C).Humidity
In Mount Crested Butte, the average relative humidity in January is 89%.Rainfall
In January, the rain falls for 3.8 days. Throughout January, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Mount Crested Butte, during the entire year, the rain falls for 117.4 days and collects up to 29.33" (745mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Mount Crested Butte are January through December. In January, it is snowing for 19.1 days. Throughout January, 18.27" (464mm) of snow is accumulated. In Mount 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 January, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, 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 Mount Crested Butte, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: During January, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Mount 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
Mount 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
Mount 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
Mount 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
Mount 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
Mount 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
Mount 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
Mount 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
Mount Crested Butte, CO
- Average daylight in January: 9h and 48min
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 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
Mount 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
Mount 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
Mount 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
Mount 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).





