January weather forecast
Montrose, CO

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A river passing through a public park in Montrose, Colorado
A river passing through a public park in Montrose, Colorado

Weather in January

Montrose, Colorado commences the year with relatively low temperatures, making it a cool start to the year. There's a noticeable transition from the frigid conditions and significant snowfall of December to the slightly warmer January. Despite the cold weather, the city experiences an adequate amount of sunshine, contributing to fair visibility. Instances of rainfall are few, with a concentration of 0.83" (21mm) across the month. It's essential to bear in mind the January weather especially when planning outdoor activities.

Temperature

Montrose's coldest weather arrives in January, when temperatures average a high of 33.4°F (0.8°C) and a low of 15.3°F (-9.3°C).

Humidity

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 8.2 days. Throughout January, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Montrose, during the entire year, the rain falls for 104.5 days and collects up to 9.84" (250mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Montrose, Colorado, during January, snow falls for 11.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.2" (132mm) of snow. In Montrose, during the entire year, snow falls for 50.5 days and aggregates up to 26.22" (666mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Montrose is 9h and 51min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:32 pm MST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Montrose. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during January morphs into the following directions:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Montrose?

January is the month when Montrose, Colorado, sees the average lowest temperatures, with a high of 33.4°F (0.8°C) and a low of 15.3°F (-9.3°C).

How cold is January in Montrose?

January temperatures in Montrose vary between a high-temperature of 33.4°F (0.8°C) and a low-temperature of 15.3°F (-9.3°C).

What is the most humid month in Montrose?

The most humid month in Montrose is January, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in January in Montrose?

The average relative humidity in January in Montrose, Colorado, is 79%.

How much does it rain in Montrose in January?

In Montrose, in January, it is raining for 8.2 days, with typically 0.83" (21mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Montrose in January?

In Montrose, in January, during 11.9 snowfall days, 5.2" (132mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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

In January, the average day length in Montrose is 9h and 51min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Montrose?

On the first day of January in Montrose, Colorado, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:32 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Montrose?

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 6.3h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Montrose?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 6.3h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in January in Montrose?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Montrose is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Montrose, CO

Average temperature in January - Montrose, CO
  • Average high temperature in January: 33.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 15.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.3°F).

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Average pressure in January
Montrose, CO

Average pressure in January - Montrose, CO
  • Average pressure in January: 30.25"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.25"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Montrose, CO

Average wind speed in January - Montrose, CO
  • Average wind speed in January: 4.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.4mph).

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Average humidity in January
Montrose, CO

Average humidity in January - Montrose, CO
  • Average humidity in January: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (32%).

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Average rainfall in January
Montrose, CO

Average rainfall in January - Montrose, CO
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (1.18").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.47").

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Average rainfall days in January
Montrose, CO

Average rainfall days in January - Montrose, CO
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (12.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.1 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Montrose, CO

Average snowfall in January - Montrose, CO
  • Average snowfall in January: 5.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.22").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Montrose, CO

Average snowfall days in January - Montrose, CO
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.9 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
Montrose, CO

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Montrose, 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 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
Montrose, CO

Average sunshine days in January - Montrose, CO
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.3 days).

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Average UV index in January
Montrose, CO

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

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

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Average cloud cover in January
Montrose, CO

Average cloud cover in January - Montrose, CO
  • Average cloud cover in January: 30

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 30).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 11).

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Average visibility in January
Montrose, CO

Average visibility in January - Montrose, 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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