Wheat Ridge Weather in January

January in Wheat Ridge sees daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and lows of -7°C (19°F) at night. As the driest month of the year.

Rainfall in Wheat Ridge in January

Clear skies and little rain are the norm this month, even if it's not the warmest time of year. Still a good time to spend time outdoors. Snow/rain is expected on roughly 5 days, totalling around 14 mm (0.6 in) for the month. Rain is scarce this month and when it does fall, it tends to be light. Unlikely to disrupt plans significantly.

Temperature in Wheat Ridge in January

Temperatures in Wheat Ridge in January top out at 8°C (46°F) and drop to -7°C (19°F) overnight. The winter season is characteristic of January. Expect a cold feel throughout the day, not just in the mornings and evenings. Warm layers are essential. At -7°C (19°F) overnight, frost and ice are likely outside. Indoors, consider packing an extra blanket if you're unsure about the heating.

Sunshine in Wheat Ridge in January

The month enjoys around 215 hours of sunshine, creating mostly sunny days despite the cool temperatures.

Wind Speed in Wheat Ridge in January

January sees wind speeds averaging 4 m/s (8 knots). You'll experience variable conditions with moderate winds that create small waves on water and keep branches moving. Conditions range from light winds to moderate breezes throughout the month.

January in Wheat Ridge can still be great, but if you prefer pleasant temperatures along with dry and sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.

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Wheat Ridge Temperature in January

Min Temperature -7°C (19°F)  

Max Temperature 8°C (46°F)  

Chance of Rain 16%  

Precipitation 14 mm (0.6 in)  

Rainy days 5 days  

Humidity 55% *  

Windspeed 4 m/s (8 knots) *  

Sunshine 215 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 72% *  

* Data from: Denver, the United States of America (18 KM, 11 Miles).

What to Wear in Wheat Ridge in January

We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Wheat Ridge in January. You could start with thermal underwear or a good base layer to keep your core warm on the cooler days this month. Maybe also add a sweater or fleece, and top it off with a windproof jacket. Almost no rain is expected, so no need to bring rain gear. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Wheat Ridge in January

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

4/10

Walking

4/10

Camping

2/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

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Check the conditions for any month of the year.

• January
• February
• March
• April

• May
• June
• July
• August

• September
• October
• November
• December

For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit the United States of America, check out our Wheat Ridge's climate page.

More climate data for Wheat Ridge

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