January weather forecast
Orchard Mesa, CO

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Orchard Mesa, Colorado, is an icy winter month, with an average temperature varying between 34.9°F (1.6°C) and 18.3°F (-7.6°C).

Temperature

Orchard Mesa's January weather, marked by an average high temperature of 34.9°F (1.6°C) and an average low temperature of 18.3°F (-7.6°C), is the coldest in the year.

Humidity

The most humid month in Orchard Mesa is January, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In January, in Orchard Mesa, the rain falls for 7.3 days. Throughout January, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Orchard Mesa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 93.6 days and collects up to 8.46" (215mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Orchard Mesa, in January, during 7.9 snowfall days, 2.83" (72mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Orchard Mesa, during the entire year, snow falls for 28.3 days and aggregates up to 11.5" (292mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Orchard Mesa, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 48min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:33 pm MST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 6.3h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Orchard Mesa are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in January interprets into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Orchard Mesa?

With average temperatures fluctuating between a high of 34.9°F (1.6°C) and a low of 18.3°F (-7.6°C), January stands out as the coldest month in Orchard Mesa.

How cold is January in Orchard Mesa?

Orchard Mesa in January has an average high-temperature of 34.9°F (1.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 18.3°F (-7.6°C).

What is the most humid month in Orchard Mesa?

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in January in Orchard Mesa?

The average relative humidity in January in Orchard Mesa is 78%.

How much does it rain in Orchard Mesa in January?

In Orchard Mesa, during January, the rain falls for 7.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Orchard Mesa?

In January, in Orchard Mesa, it is snowing for 7.9 days. Throughout January, 2.83" (72mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Orchard Mesa have in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 48min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Orchard Mesa?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:33 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Orchard Mesa?

January has the least sunshine of the year in Orchard Mesa, Colorado, with an average of 6.3h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Orchard Mesa have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 6.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Orchard Mesa?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in January in Orchard Mesa?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Orchard Mesa, CO

Average temperature in January - Orchard Mesa, CO
  • Average high temperature in January: 34.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 18.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°F).

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Average pressure in January
Orchard Mesa, CO

Average pressure in January - Orchard Mesa, 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 (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Orchard Mesa, CO

Average wind speed in January - Orchard Mesa, CO
  • Average wind speed in January: 4.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in January
Orchard Mesa, CO

Average humidity in January - Orchard Mesa, CO
  • Average humidity in January: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (29%).

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Average rainfall in January
Orchard Mesa, CO

Average rainfall in January - Orchard Mesa, CO
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (1.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.51").

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Average rainfall days in January
Orchard Mesa, CO

Average rainfall days in January - Orchard Mesa, CO
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (10.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.5 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Orchard Mesa, CO

Average snowfall in January - Orchard Mesa, CO
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.74").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Orchard Mesa, CO

Average snowfall days in January - Orchard Mesa, CO
  • Average snowfall days in January: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Orchard Mesa, CO

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

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: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Orchard Mesa, CO

Average sunshine days in January - Orchard Mesa, CO
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (15.8 days).

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Average UV index in January
Orchard Mesa, CO

Average UV index in January - Orchard Mesa, CO
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in January
Orchard Mesa, CO

Average cloud cover in January - Orchard Mesa, CO
  • Average cloud cover in January: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 31).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 11).

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Average visibility in January
Orchard Mesa, CO

Average visibility in January - Orchard Mesa, CO
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).

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