Denver weather in January
January in Denver averages 47°F by day and 18°F at night, with 0.5 inches of precipitation and 6.4 inches of snow. It is the 11th-warmest and 12th-wettest month of the year here.
- Average high
- 47°F+1° vs December
- Average low
- 18°F30 nights below freezing
- Precipitation
- 0.5 in2 days with 0.1 in. or more
- Snow
- 6.4 in0 days at 90°F+
Is January a good time to visit Denver?
January is cool, with highs around 47°F. The most comfortable months overall are May to June and September.
What to do in Denver in January
Mix it up: Denver Zoo, Denver Museum of Nature and Science, Denver Botanic Gardens, Museum of Contemporary Art Denver. All things to do in Denver.
On January 15 the sun rises at 7:19 am and sets at 4:59 pm, giving 9h 40m of daylight. Daylight all year.
What to pack for Denver 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. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denver | 47°F | 18°F | 0.5 in | |
| Westminster, CO | 7 mi | 47°F | 18°F | 0.5 in |
| Lakewood, CO | 8 mi | 47°F | 18°F | 0.5 in |
| Arvada, CO | 8 mi | 47°F | 18°F | 0.5 in |
| Thornton, CO | 9 mi | 47°F | 18°F | 0.5 in |
| Aurora, CO | 11 mi | 47°F | 18°F | 0.5 in |
| Centennial, CO | 12 mi | 45°F | 19°F | 0.4 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 Denver in January?
In January, Denver averages a high of 47°F and a low of 18°F, with 0.5 inches of precipitation and 6.4 inches of snow (NOAA 1991-2020 normals).
Is January a good time to visit Denver?
January is cool to cold in Denver, with average highs of 47°F. Pack warm layers.
Does it snow in Denver in January?
Yes. January averages 6.4 inches of snow.
Before and after: Denver in December and Denver in February. All twelve months: Denver weather by month.
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 climate normals, station Denver-Stapleton, CO, 6.3 miles from the city center.