January · United States
Best time to visit Denver in January Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Denver in January
Average temperature -4°C, 22 mm of rain, about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 63% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
January score
6.3/10
Ranked #12 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- -4°C
- Rainfall
- 22 mm
- Humidity
- 63%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 25
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
January in Denver scores 6.3/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #12 of 12. Expect around -4°C, 22 mm of rain, and roughly 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Mile-high parks, craft breweries, and Front Range day trips peak May through September.
January in Denver — workable with trade-offs
At -4°C (25°F) this is proper winter weather in January: layer up and split the day between outdoor highlights and indoor stops.
Only 22 mm of water-equivalent precipitation is expected (snow at altitude), leaving about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 9.7 hours of daylight.
That is 6.3/10 on the same scale — 12th of 12 months, versus 9.9/10 for the best month here.
Pack insulated layers, a windproof shell, gloves and boots with grip.
Budget for low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, September is materially better in Denver — 3.6 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Denver in January?
- In January, Denver averages -4°C, 22 mm of rain, and about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.3/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Denver?
- January earns a 6.3/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Denver in January?
- Expect about 22 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 63% and there are about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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