Colorado Springs weather in January
January in Colorado Springs averages 45°F by day and 19°F at night, with 0.3 inches of precipitation and 4.9 inches of snow. It is the 11th-warmest and 11th-wettest month of the year here.
- Average high
- 45°F+0° vs December
- Average low
- 19°F30 nights below freezing
- Precipitation
- 0.3 in1 days with 0.1 in. or more
- Snow
- 4.9 in0 days at 90°F+
Is January a good time to visit Colorado Springs?
January is cool, with highs around 45°F. The most comfortable months overall are May to June and August to September.
What to do in Colorado Springs in January
Mix it up: Garden of the Gods, World Figure Skating Hall of Fame, Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center. All things to do in Colorado Springs.
On January 15 the sun rises at 7:16 am and sets at 5:01 pm, giving 9h 45m of daylight. Daylight all year.
What to pack for Colorado Springs in January
- A winter coat, hat, gloves and warm layers
- Expect nights below freezing
- Waterproof boots for snow
Based on 30-year averages, not a forecast. Check the forecast a few days before you go.
January nearby
| City | Distance | High | Low | Precip. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colorado Springs | 45°F | 19°F | 0.3 in | |
| Castle Rock, CO | 37 mi | 46°F | 18°F | 0.6 in |
| Pueblo, CO | 43 mi | 48°F | 15°F | 0.3 in |
| Highlands Ranch, CO | 50 mi | 47°F | 18°F | 0.5 in |
| Centennial, CO | 52 mi | 45°F | 19°F | 0.4 in |
| Lakewood, CO | 62 mi | 47°F | 18°F | 0.5 in |
| Aurora, CO | 62 mi | 47°F | 18°F | 0.5 in |
Warmer places in January
Big cities with comfortable January highs between 68°F and 86°F:
Frequently asked questions
What is the weather like in Colorado Springs in January?
In January, Colorado Springs averages a high of 45°F and a low of 19°F, with 0.3 inches of precipitation and 4.9 inches of snow (NOAA 1991-2020 normals).
Is January a good time to visit Colorado Springs?
January is cool to cold in Colorado Springs, with average highs of 45°F. Pack warm layers.
Does it snow in Colorado Springs in January?
Yes. January averages 4.9 inches of snow.
Before and after: Colorado Springs in December and Colorado Springs in February. All twelve months: Colorado Springs weather by month.
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 climate normals, station Colorado Springs Municipal Airport, CO, 7.3 miles from the city center.