January weather forecast
Rifle, CO

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The scenic Triple Falls of the Rifle Falls in Colorado, flowing to the still waters of the river below
The scenic Triple Falls of the Rifle Falls in Colorado, flowing to the still waters of the river below

Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Rifle, Colorado, is another subzero cold winter month, with an average temperature ranging between max 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and min 12°F (-11.1°C).

Temperature

January, noted for its average high-temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 12°F (-11.1°C), is considered the coldest month.

Humidity

The most humid month in Rifle is January, with an average relative humidity of 85%.

Rainfall

In January, in Rifle, the rain falls for 7.2 days. Throughout January, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Rifle, during the entire year, the rain falls for 107.7 days and collects up to 11.89" (302mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Rifle are January through May, October through December. In Rifle, in January, during 13 snowfall days, 7.44" (189mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Rifle, during the entire year, snow falls for 58.6 days and aggregates up to 36.85" (936mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Rifle is 9h and 46min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of January, in Rifle, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:29 pm MST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 6.1h of sunshine.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Rifle, Colorado. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in January interprets into the following advice:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Rifle?

January, known for its average high temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and an average low temperature of 12°F (-11.1°C), is the coldest month in Rifle, Colorado.

How cold is January in Rifle?

Rifle in January has an average high-temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 12°F (-11.1°C).

What is the most humid month in Rifle?

With an average relative humidity of 85%, January is the most humid month in Rifle, Colorado.

What is the average humidity in January in Rifle?

The average relative humidity in January in Rifle, Colorado, is 85%.

How many days does it rain in January in Rifle?

In January, the rain falls for 7.2 days. Throughout January, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Rifle?

In Rifle, Colorado, in January, during 13 snowfall days, 7.44" (189mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Rifle have in January?

In Rifle, the average day length in January is 9h and 46min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Rifle?

On the first day of January in Rifle, Colorado, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:29 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Rifle?

January has the least sunshine of the year in Rifle, Colorado, with an average of 6.1h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Rifle?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Rifle, Colorado, is 6.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in Rifle?

The months with the lowest UV index in Rifle are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Rifle?

In Rifle, Colorado, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
Today
Tomorrow
Long-term
YearJanuaryFMAMJJASOND
Dec
January
Feb
Average high temperature
30.7°F -0.7°C
30.6°F -0.8°C
32.4°F 0.2°C
Average low temperature
14.9°F -9.5°C
12°F -11.1°C
15.6°F -9.1°C
Average pressure
30.2" 767mmHg
30.27" 769mmHg
30.14" 766mmHg
Average wind speed
4.2mph 6.8km/h
4.1mph 6.6km/h
4.7mph 7.6km/h
Average max. wind speed
4.6mph 7.4km/h
4.5mph 7.2km/h
5.2mph 8.4km/h
Average wind speed gusts
7.5mph 12.1km/h
7.4mph 11.9km/h
8.2mph 13.2km/h
Average humidity
79%
85%
84%
Average rainfall
1.14" 29mm
1.1" 28mm
1.34" 34mm
Average rainfall days
8.4
7.2
7.2
Average snowfall
7.05" 179mm
7.44" 189mm
8.74" 222mm
Average snowfall days
11
13
11.8
Average daylight
9h 2min
9h 5min
10h 4min
Average sunshine
6h 2min
6h 1min
6h 1min
Average sunshine days
16.9
16.4
12
Average UV index
2
2
2
Average cloud cover
34%
35%
39%
Average visibility
5mi 8km
4mi 6.4km
5mi 8km

Average temperature in January
Rifle, CO

Average temperature in January - Rifle, CO
  • Average high temperature in January: 30.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 12°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (50.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12°F).

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Average pressure in January
Rifle, CO

Average pressure in January - Rifle, CO
  • Average pressure in January: 30.27"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.27"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Rifle, CO

Average wind speed in January - Rifle, CO
  • Average wind speed in January: 4.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (6.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.1mph).

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Average humidity in January
Rifle, CO

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (43%).

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Average rainfall in January
Rifle, CO

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (1.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.51").

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Average rainfall days in January
Rifle, CO

Average rainfall days in January - Rifle, CO
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (14 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (5.9 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Rifle, CO

Average snowfall in January - Rifle, CO
  • Average snowfall in January: 7.44"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.74").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Rifle, CO

Average snowfall days in January - Rifle, CO
  • Average snowfall days in January: 13 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Rifle, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 6h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Rifle, CO

Average sunshine days in January - Rifle, CO
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.7 days).

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Average UV index in January
Rifle, CO

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in January
Rifle, CO

Average cloud cover in January - Rifle, CO
  • Average cloud cover in January: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 39).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 12).

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Average visibility in January
Rifle, CO

Average visibility in January - Rifle, CO
  • Average visibility in January: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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