January weather forecastVail, CO
January
Weather in January
Vail, Colorado, greets the new year with snow-capped peaks and chilly temperatures. January is the coldest month of the year with temperatures dipping to a frigid 1.2°F (-17.1°C), which is lower than any other month. It's a winter wonderland perfect for ski enthusiasts and snow lovers. The month also impresses with a relatively high amount of snowfall days. The frosty conditions, however, are paired with shorter daylight hours, thus requiring extra layers to keep warm and enjoy outdoor activities.Temperature
January and December represent the coldest period in Vail, with an average high-temperature of 24.1°F (-4.4°C).Humidity
In Vail, the average relative humidity in January is 88%.Rainfall
In Vail, in January, it is raining for 4.5 days, with typically 1.18" (30mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Vail, during the entire year, the rain falls for 82.8 days and collects up to 14.8" (376mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through December. In Vail, during January, snow falls for 14.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 9.72" (247mm) of snow. In Vail, during the entire year, snow falls for 107.8 days and aggregates up to 77.72" (1974mm) of snow.Daylight
In Vail, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 45min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:23 pm MST.
Sunshine
In Vail, the average sunshine in January is 5.8h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in January in Vail is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Vail, CO
- Average high temperature in January: 24.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (70.3°F).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and December (24.1°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 1.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (41.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.2°F).
Average pressure in January
Vail, CO
- Average pressure in January: 30.21"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.21"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April and May (29.94"Hg).
Average wind speed in January
Vail, CO
- Average wind speed in January: 5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (6.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).
Average humidity in January
Vail, CO
- Average humidity in January: 88%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (51%).
Average rainfall in January
Vail, CO
- Average rainfall in January: 1.18"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and July (1.77").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.71").
Average rainfall days in January
Vail, CO
- Average rainfall days in January: 4.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (1.6 days).
Average snowfall in January
Vail, CO
- Average snowfall in January: 9.72"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (11.38").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0.12").
Average snowfall days in January
Vail, CO
- Average snowfall days in January: 14.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (16 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0.3 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Vail, CO
- Average daylight in January: 9h and 42min
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: 5h and 48min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in January
Vail, CO
- Average sunshine days in January: 15.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.3 days).
Average UV index in January
Vail, CO
- Average UV index in January: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 4).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in January
Vail, CO
- Average cloud cover in January: 43
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 15).
Average visibility in January
Vail, 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, March, April and December (4mi).
