January weather forecast
Telluride, ID

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Telluride, Idaho, with an average temperature fluctuating between 26.8°F (-2.9°C) and 10.2°F (-12.1°C).

Temperature

With the onset of January, the average high-temperature registers at a still subzero cold 26.8°F (-2.9°C), subtly different from December's 25.7°F (-3.5°C). Nighttime temperatures in Telluride hover around an average low of 10.2°F (-12.1°C) in January.

Humidity

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 92%, are the most humid months in Telluride, Idaho.

Rainfall

In Telluride, in January, it is raining for 4.3 days, with typically 1.73" (44mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Telluride, Idaho, during the entire year, the rain falls for 100.3 days and collects up to 15.39" (391mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, September through December. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 17.9 days and typically aggregates up to 14.41" (366mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Telluride, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 29min.
On the first day of January in Telluride, Idaho, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:38 pm MST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.3h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 1 during January translates into the following recommendations:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Telluride in January?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during January are 26.8°F (-2.9°C) and 10.2°F (-12.1°C) respectively.

What are the most humid months in Telluride?

The months with the highest humidity in Telluride, Idaho, are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 92%.

What is the average humidity in January in Telluride?

The average relative humidity in January in Telluride, Idaho, is 92%.

How much does it rain in Telluride in January?

In Telluride, Idaho, during January, the rain falls for 4.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Telluride?

January is the month with the most snowfall in Telluride. Snow falls for 17.9 days and accumulates 14.41" (366mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January in Telluride?

In Telluride, during January, snow falls for 17.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 14.41" (366mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Telluride have in January?

In January, the average day length in Telluride is 9h and 29min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Telluride?

On the first day of January in Telluride, Idaho, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:38 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Telluride?

The month with the least sunshine in Telluride, Idaho, is January, with an average of 4.3h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Telluride?

In Telluride, Idaho, the average sunshine duration in January is 4.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Telluride?

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in January in Telluride?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Telluride, Idaho, is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Telluride, ID

Average temperature in January - Telluride, ID
  • Average high temperature in January: 26.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (25.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 10.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (49.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.2°F).

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Average pressure in January
Telluride, ID

Average pressure in January - Telluride, ID
  • Average pressure in January: 30.3"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.3"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Telluride, ID

Average wind speed in January - Telluride, ID
  • Average wind speed in January: 4.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (5.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in January
Telluride, ID

Average humidity in January - Telluride, ID
  • Average humidity in January: 92%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (42%).

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Average rainfall in January
Telluride, ID

Average rainfall in January - Telluride, ID
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.97").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.55").

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Average rainfall days in January
Telluride, ID

Average rainfall days in January - Telluride, ID
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.3 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Telluride, ID

Average snowfall in January - Telluride, ID
  • Average snowfall in January: 14.41"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (14.41").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Telluride, ID

Average snowfall days in January - Telluride, ID
  • Average snowfall days in January: 17.9 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are February and December (19.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Telluride, ID

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Telluride, ID
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Telluride, ID

Average sunshine days in January - Telluride, ID
  • Average sunshine days in January: 13.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.6 days).

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Average UV index in January
Telluride, ID

Average UV index in January - Telluride, ID
  • Average UV index in January: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in January
Telluride, ID

Average cloud cover in January - Telluride, ID
  • Average cloud cover in January: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 12).

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Average visibility in January
Telluride, ID

Average visibility in January - Telluride, ID
  • Average visibility in January: 3mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (3mi).

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