Denver (CO)
January
Weather in Denver, Colorado for January 2026
Your guide to Denver weather in January - trends and predictions
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The climate of Denver in January is quite snowy, averaging 15 snowy days.
According to Denver snow forecast for January 2026, 4 snowy days are expected in the next 2 weeks. The closest date with snow is Thursday, January 8.The forecast for the next days in Denver predicts temperatures to be around 6 °F, close to the historical average.
In general, the average temperature in Denver at the beginning of January is 5.1 °F. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately fall, reaching an average of 4.1 °F by the end of January.
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16
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15
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3°/-6°
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11 km/h
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62 %
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Temperatures trend during January in Denver
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January weather in Denver day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
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| Jan. 1 |  Overcast | 3° /-7° | 1.1 mm | 0.5 cm | |
| Jan. 2 |  Sunny | 5° /-5° | 0.7 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| Jan. 3 |  Partly cloudy | 7° /-5° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 4 | Partly cloudy | 7° /-3° | 0.1 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| Jan. 5 | Sunny | 5° /-6° | 1 mm | 0.7 cm | |
| Jan. 6 | Sunny | 4° /-5° | 0.4 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| Jan. 7 | Overcast | 5° /-5° | 1.1 mm | 0.8 cm | |
| Jan. 8 |  Moderate rain | 4° /-1° | 6.9 mm | 5 cm | |
| Jan. 9 |  Moderate or heavy snow showers | 0° /-6° | 8.9 mm | 6.4 cm | |
| Jan. 10 | Sunny | 7° /-8° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 11 | Sunny | 3° /-4° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 12 | Sunny | 6° /-1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 13 | Sunny | 8° /1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 14 | Sunny | 7° /1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 15 | Sunny | 12° /1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 16 |  Patchy rain possible | 3° /0° | 0.5 mm | 0.3 cm | |
| Jan. 17 | Sunny | 8° /-1° | 0.1 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| Jan. 18 | Sunny | 12° /0° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 19 | Sunny | 4° /0° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 20 | Sunny | 6° /-1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 21 | Sunny | 6° /-2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 22 | Partly cloudy | 3° /-6° | 0.3 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| Jan. 23 | Partly cloudy | 4° /-6° | 0.3 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| Jan. 24 | Patchy rain possible | 4° /-6° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 25 |  Light freezing rain | 0° /-7° | 2.2 mm | 1 cm | |
| Jan. 26 | Overcast | 1° /-8° | 2.7 mm | 2.1 cm | |
| Jan. 27 | Sunny | 4° /-8° | 0.7 mm | 0.4 cm | |
| Jan. 28 |  Cloudy | 6° /-7° | 0.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 29 | Cloudy | 5° /-7° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 30 | Sunny | 5° /-5° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 31 | Sunny | 8° /-5° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Denver in January is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Denver forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Denver in January - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Denver during January?
Brace for cold days with temperatures not exceeding 3° and nights that are likely to be freezing. Winter clothing is essential for comfort and safety.
How much rainfall should be expected in Denver during January?
In January, Denver can expect light to moderate rainfall, totaling 24 mm across approximately 0 days. Occasional showers are possible, and planning ahead for them could be helpful.
Will it snow in Denver in January 2026?
Denver experiences an average snowfall of 12.856 cm during January, occurring over 15 days.
What are the typical wind conditions in Denver during January?
The average wind speed in Denver during January is 11 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
Denver snow forecast January 2026
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On average, Denver sees 15 snowy days during January, with approximately 12.9 cm of total snowfall.
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