Denver weather in January (Colorado, United States of America)
Is January a good time to explore Denver weather-wise? Explore our page to find a thorough overview of this month's weather conditions.
Temperatures
In January, Denver typically experiences low temperatures and low snow/rainfall. During January, you’ll experience the winter season. Daytime temperatures hover around 7°C, while nights can cool down to about -7°C.
Precipitation
Denver in January usually receives low snow/rainfall, averaging around 12 mm for the month. This month is perfect for outdoor adventures, thanks to its lack of rain. Make the most of this dry weather. On average, there are about 5 days with snow/rain during this month.Average sunshine
Expect sunny days throughout the month, with an estimated 215 hours of sunshine. Making it a pleasant time to visit Denver.If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Denver. May, June and September typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Denver climate page with graphs.
Denver, monthly averages in January
Where to go in the United States of America in January
Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.
So, what should you wear in this month?
Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature. Also, consider bringing a rain jacket as there might be some rain.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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