January weather forecast
Ouray, CO

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The colorful city of Ouray set between high mountains in Colorado
The colorful city of Ouray set between high mountains in Colorado

Weather in January

January in Ouray, Colorado experiences a winter climate with cold temperature ranges from 2.8°F (-16.2°C) to 25.2°F (-3.8°C). The chill can be felt in the air as the month hosts an average of 11 snowfall days, blanketing the city in 9.06" (230mm) of snow. The low temperatures in January can be attributed to the limited hours of daylight which is approximately 9.9 hours on average. It is advisable to dress in warm outdoor clothing, in order to comfortably navigate Snowshoe trails. The low temperatures and snowfall create picturesque frosty landscapes, making it an ideal setting for winter photography.

Temperature

In Ouray, the month of January is known for its lowest average temperatures, reaching a high of 25.2°F (-3.8°C) and a low of 2.8°F (-16.2°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 85%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 1.3 days and accumulates 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, August through December. In January, in Ouray, it is snowing for 11 days. Throughout January, 9.06" (230mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 102 snowfall days, and 101.02" (2566mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 53min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:32 pm MST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January in Ouray is 5.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in January converts into the following recommendations:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Ouray?

January, with average temperatures reaching a high of 25.2°F (-3.8°C) and a low of 2.8°F (-16.2°C), is the coldest month in Ouray, Colorado.

How cold is it in Ouray in January?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Ouray, is 25.2°F (-3.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 2.8°F (-16.2°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Ouray?

The average relative humidity in January is 85%.

What is the driest month in Ouray?

The month with the least rainfall in Ouray, Colorado, is January, when the rain falls for 1.3 days and typically collects 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Ouray in January?

In Ouray, Colorado, in January, it is raining for 1.3 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Ouray in January?

In Ouray, Colorado, during January, snow falls for 11 days and regularly aggregates up to 9.06" (230mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Ouray have in January?

In Ouray, the average day length in January is 9h and 53min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Ouray?

On the first day of January in Ouray, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:32 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Ouray?

The average sunshine duration in January in Ouray, Colorado, is 5.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Ouray?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Ouray, Colorado, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Ouray, CO

Average temperature in January - Ouray, CO
  • Average high temperature in January: 25.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (65.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 2.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (43.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2.8°F).

Average pressure in January
Ouray, CO

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.23"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Ouray, CO

Average wind speed in January - Ouray, CO
  • Average wind speed in January: 5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (5mph).

Average humidity in January
Ouray, CO

Average humidity in January - Ouray, CO
  • Average humidity in January: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (47%).

Average rainfall in January
Ouray, CO

Average rainfall in January - Ouray, CO
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (5.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.1").

Average rainfall days in January
Ouray, CO

Average rainfall days in January - Ouray, CO
  • Average rainfall days in January: 1.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (23.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (1.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Ouray, CO

Average snowfall in January - Ouray, CO
  • Average snowfall in January: 9.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (16.26").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Ouray, CO

Average snowfall days in January - Ouray, CO
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is April (16.5 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Ouray, CO

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Ouray, 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in January
Ouray, CO

Average sunshine days in January - Ouray, CO
  • Average sunshine days in January: 20.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Ouray, CO

Average UV index in January - Ouray, CO
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Ouray, CO

Average cloud cover in January - Ouray, CO
  • Average cloud cover in January: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 15).

Average visibility in January
Ouray, CO

Average visibility in January - Ouray, 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 and December (4mi).

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