January weather forecast
Brighton, CO

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Trees on partly frozen lake water in Barr Lake State Park in Brighton, Colorado
Trees on partly frozen lake water in Barr Lake State Park in Brighton, Colorado

Weather in January

Brighton, Colorado's weather in January is winter defined. It features some of the lowest temperature conditions for the year with the mercury dipping to a bracing 22.8°F (-5.1°C). Snowfall is expected, creating a picturesque winter scene. The relative humidity measures at 64%, fostering a dryer climate compared to the later months. As the year begins, locals and visitors alike bundle up to appreciate the chilly charm Brighton offers.

Temperature

An average high-temperature of a still cold 42.1°F (5.6°C) marks January, exhibiting a close resemblance to the conditions in December. During the month of January, the nighttime temperature in Brighton, Colorado, falls to an average of 22.8°F (-5.1°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Brighton are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 64%.

Rainfall

In Brighton, in January, during 3.3 rainfall days, 0.2" (5mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 80.6 rainfall days, and 5.87" (149mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Brighton, during January, snow falls for 4.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of snow. In Brighton, during the entire year, snow falls for 30.9 days and aggregates up to 11.42" (290mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Brighton, Colorado, is 9h and 43min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of January, in Brighton, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:16 pm MST.

Sunshine

In Brighton, Colorado, the average sunshine in January is 6.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during January translates into the following directions:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is January in Brighton?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Brighton, is 42.1°F (5.6°C), while the average low-temperature is 22.8°F (-5.1°C).

What are the most humid months in Brighton?

The months with the highest humidity in Brighton, Colorado, are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 64%.

What is the average humidity in January in Brighton?

In January, the average relative humidity in Brighton, Colorado, is 64%.

How many days does it rain in January in Brighton?

In January, the rain falls for 3.3 days. Throughout January, 0.2" (5mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Brighton?

In Brighton, Colorado, during January, snow falls for 4.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January in Brighton?

The average day length in January in Brighton, Colorado, is 9h and 43min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Brighton?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, in Brighton, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:16 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Brighton have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Brighton is 6.8h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in January in Brighton?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Brighton is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Brighton, CO

Average temperature in January - Brighton, CO
  • Average high temperature in January: 42.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (40.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 22.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (21.2°F).

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Average pressure in January
Brighton, CO

Average pressure in January - Brighton, CO
  • Average pressure in January: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Brighton, CO

Average wind speed in January - Brighton, CO
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (6mph).

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Average humidity in January
Brighton, CO

Average humidity in January - Brighton, CO
  • Average humidity in January: 64%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (64%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (40%).

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Average rainfall in January
Brighton, CO

Average rainfall in January - Brighton, CO
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (0.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.12").

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Average rainfall days in January
Brighton, CO

Average rainfall days in January - Brighton, CO
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (10.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (2.6 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Brighton, CO

Average snowfall in January - Brighton, CO
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.34"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.89").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Brighton, CO

Average snowfall days in January - Brighton, CO
  • Average snowfall days in January: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Brighton, CO
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 6h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Brighton, CO

Average sunshine days in January - Brighton, CO
  • Average sunshine days in January: 24.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (25.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.8 days).

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Average UV index in January
Brighton, CO

Average UV index in January - Brighton, 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
Brighton, CO

Average cloud cover in January - Brighton, CO
  • Average cloud cover in January: 24

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 28).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, August and September (Cloud cover 16).

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Average visibility in January
Brighton, CO

Average visibility in January - Brighton, CO
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

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

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