Rocky Mountain National Park (CO)
January
Weather in Rocky Mountain National Park, Colorado for January 2026
Your guide to Rocky Mountain National Park weather in January - trends and predictions
Rocky Mountain National Park typically experiences moderate snowfall in January, with an average of 9 snowy days.
According to Rocky Mountain National Park snow forecast for January 2026, 1 snowy day is expected at the beginning of January at Friday, January 2.The forecast for the coming days of January 2026 predicts a temperature of 4.5 °F , which is warmer than usual.
In general, the average temperature in Rocky Mountain National Park at the beginning of January is -1.3 °F. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately rise, reaching an average of 0 °F by the end of January.
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14
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8
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9
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-3°/-15°
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19 km/h
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62 %
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Rocky Mountain National Park Weather January
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Temperatures trend during January in Rocky Mountain National Park
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January weather in Rocky Mountain National Park day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
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| Jan. 1 |  Patchy snow possible | 0° /-7° | 0.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 2 | Patchy snow possible | -2° /-7° | 0.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 3 |  Sunny | 3° /-10° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 4 |  Light freezing rain | 4° /-6° | 0.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 5 |  Cloudy | -2° /-9° | 0.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 6 | Light freezing rain | -3° /-10° | 2.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 7 | Patchy moderate snow | -9° /-20° | 3.4 mm | 0.4 cm | |
| Jan. 8 | Sunny | -1° /-21° | 0.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 9 | Light freezing rain | -6° /-15° | 2.8 mm | 0.8 cm | |
| Jan. 10 | Cloudy | -3° /-17° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 11 | Light freezing rain | -3° /-10° | 1.7 mm | 0.4 cm | |
| Jan. 12 |  Overcast | -6° /-18° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 13 | Sunny | -5° /-19° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 14 | Light freezing rain | -5° /-13° | 0.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 15 | Sunny | 2° /-13° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 16 | Sunny | 5° /-7° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 17 | Light freezing rain | -2° /-12° | 8.1 mm | 5.3 cm | |
| Jan. 18 | Patchy moderate snow | -13° /-25° | 8.9 mm | 3.5 cm | |
| Jan. 19 |  Partly cloudy | -12° /-27° | 1.5 mm | 0.4 cm | |
| Jan. 20 | Light freezing rain | -17° /-25° | 2 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 21 | Partly cloudy | -6° /-23° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 22 | Light freezing rain | -9° /-15° | 1.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 23 | Sunny | -7° /-18° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 24 | Light freezing rain | -3° /-12° | 1.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 25 | Patchy moderate snow | -9° /-16° | 9.8 mm | 4.6 cm | |
| Jan. 26 | Light freezing rain | -2° /-16° | 0.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 27 | Sunny | 3° /-16° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 28 | Sunny | 1° /-16° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 29 | Cloudy | 0° /-14° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 30 | Cloudy | 2° /-12° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 31 | Partly cloudy | 5° /-8° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Rocky Mountain National Park 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 Rocky Mountain National Park forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Rocky Mountain National Park in January - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Rocky Mountain National Park 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 Rocky Mountain National Park during January?
Moderate rainfall is anticipated in Rocky Mountain National Park during January, with a total of 53.4 mm spread over approximately 8 days. Considering plans for rainy days is advisable.
Will it snow in Rocky Mountain National Park in January 2026?
Rocky Mountain National Park experiences an average snowfall of 18 cm during January, occurring over 9 days.
What are the typical wind conditions in Rocky Mountain National Park during January?
The average wind speed in Rocky Mountain National Park during January is 19 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
Rocky Mountain National Park snow forecast January 2026
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On average, Rocky Mountain National Park sees 9 snowy days during January, with approximately 18 cm of total snowfall.
January rainfall patterns in Rocky Mountain National Park
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Typically, Rocky Mountain National Park has 8 rainy days in January with a total of 53.4 mm of rainfall.
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