Vail
January
Weather in Vail for January 2026
Your guide to Vail weather in January - trends and predictions
Vail is transformed into a snow paradise in January, with more than 20 snowy days on average.
In general, the average temperature in Vail at the beginning of January is -3.3 °F. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to significantly warm up, reaching an average of 0.4 °F by the end of January.
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7
Dry days
0
Rainy days
24
Snow days
-3°/-16°
Temperatures
13 km/h
Avg max wind
88 %
Avg humidity
Vail Weather January
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| Sun. | Mon. | Tue. | Wed. | Thu. | Fri. | Sat. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1  -6° | 2  -4° | 3  4° | ||||
| 4 0° | 5 -6° | 6  -6° | 7 -5° | 8 -7° | 9  -6° | 10 -9° |
| 11  -9° | 12  -9° | 13 -7° | 14  -3° | 15 -3° | 16 -1° | 17 -3° |
| 18 -6° | 19 -7° | 20  -5° | 21 -4° | 22 -5° | 23 -5° | 24 -3° |
| 25  -2° | 26 -1° | 27  1° | 28  1° | 29  -1° | 30  2° | 31 3° |
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Temperatures trend during January in Vail
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January weather day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan. 1 | Overcast | -6° /-25° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 2 | Moderate snow | -4° /-14° | 17.4 mm | 12.6 cm | |
| Jan. 3 | Sunny | 4° /-14° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 4 | Moderate snow | 0° /-8° | 14.3 mm | 8.9 cm | |
| Jan. 5 | Moderate snow | -6° /-17° | 19.4 mm | 14 cm | |
| Jan. 6 | Moderate or heavy snow showers | -6° /-15° | 2.3 mm | 1.6 cm | |
| Jan. 7 | Moderate or heavy snow showers | -5° /-19° | 3 mm | 2.1 cm | |
| Jan. 8 | Moderate or heavy snow showers | -7° /-22° | 0.9 mm | 0.5 cm | |
| Jan. 9 | Light snow | -6° /-22° | 0.3 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| Jan. 10 | Moderate or heavy snow showers | -9° /-23° | 1.9 mm | 1.2 cm | |
| Jan. 11 | Heavy snow | -9° /-19° | 17.7 mm | 12.7 cm | |
| Jan. 12 | Patchy heavy snow | -9° /-20° | 1.6 mm | 1.1 cm | |
| Jan. 13 | Moderate or heavy snow showers | -7° /-19° | 4.1 mm | 0.7 cm | |
| Jan. 14 | Moderate or heavy snow with thunder | -3° /-23° | 6.1 mm | 4.4 cm | |
| Jan. 15 | Moderate or heavy snow with thunder | -3° /-20° | 5.2 mm | 3.7 cm | |
| Jan. 16 | Heavy snow | -1° /-23° | 0.6 mm | 0.4 cm | |
| Jan. 17 | Heavy snow | -3° /-19° | 4.2 mm | 3 cm | |
| Jan. 18 | Moderate or heavy snow showers | -6° /-20° | 7.8 mm | 5.7 cm | |
| Jan. 19 | Moderate snow | -7° /-23° | 0.2 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| Jan. 20 | Patchy light snow with thunder | -5° /-22° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 21 | Light snow | -4° /-23° | 0.2 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| Jan. 22 | Moderate or heavy snow with thunder | -5° /-14° | 0.3 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| Jan. 23 | Patchy light snow with thunder | -5° /-20° | 0.3 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| Jan. 24 | Moderate or heavy snow showers | -3° /-20° | 3.8 mm | 2.8 cm | |
| Jan. 25 | Light freezing rain | -2° /-15° | 7.5 mm | 5.4 cm | |
| Jan. 26 | Moderate or heavy snow with thunder | -1° /-16° | 1.3 mm | 1 cm | |
| Jan. 27 | Freezing fog | 1° /-19° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 28 | Mist | 1° /-18° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 29 | Thundery outbreaks possible | -1° /-14° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 30 | Partly cloudy | 2° /-16° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 31 | Sunny | 3° /-16° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Vail 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 Vail forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
Vail in January - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Vail 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 Vail during January?
Significant rainfall exceeding 120.8 mm is expected in Vail during January, occurring over more than 0 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
Will it snow in Vail in January 2026?
Vail experiences an average snowfall of 79.6 cm during January, occurring over 24 days.
What are the typical wind conditions in Vail during January?
The average wind speed in Vail during January is 13 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
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