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Parachute weather in January (Colorado, United States of America)

What is the weather forecast for Parachute in January? See what weather conditions to anticipate this month with our guide.

Temperatures

The typical weather for January in Parachute includes low temperatures and low snow/rainfall. The month of January belongs to the winter season. Daytime temperatures generally settle around 3°C, while nighttime can see a dip to about -11°C. This month tends to bring the coldest weather of the year, so be sure to pack enough warm clothing to stay comfortable.

Precipitation

Parachute in January usually receives low snow/rainfall, averaging around 24 mm for the month. On average, there are about 9 days with snow/rain during this month.

Average sunshine

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 192 hours of sunshine. These sun-filled days are perfect for spending time outside. Whether it's playing sports, visiting a park, or going for a bike ride.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Parachute. May, June and September typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Parachute climate page with graphs.

 

Parachute, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -11°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 3°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 31%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 24 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 9 days  
HumidityHumidity 68% *  
SunshineSunshine 192 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
Data from: Grand Junction, the United States of America (55 KM, 34 Miles).

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.

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a 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.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
3/10
Walking
3/10
Camping
2/10
Outdoor sports
3/10

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