Fort Collins
January
Weather in Fort Collins for January 2026
Your guide to Fort Collins weather in January - trends and predictions
Fort Collins typically experiences moderate snowfall in January, with an average of 8 snowy days.
In general, the average temperature in Fort Collins at the beginning of January is 2.1 °F. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to significantly warm up, reaching an average of 5.3 °F by the end of January.
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23
Dry days
0
Rainy days
8
Snow days
1°/-7°
Temperatures
13 km/h
Avg max wind
62 %
Avg humidity
Fort Collins Weather January
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| Sun. | Mon. | Tue. | Wed. | Thu. | Fri. | Sat. |
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| 1  4° | 2  3° | 3 5° | ||||
| 4  2° | 5  3° | 6  0° | 7 -2° | 8 0° | 9 2° | 10  1° |
| 11  -1° | 12  -0° | 13 -8° | 14 -5° | 15  -6° | 16  4° | 17  2° |
| 18 -1° | 19 -8° | 20 -5° | 21 3° | 22 2° | 23 2° | 24 4° |
| 25 -1° | 26 0° | 27 5° | 28 6° | 29 6° | 30 10° | 31 11° |
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January weather day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
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| Jan. 1 | Partly cloudy | 4° /-6° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 2 | Sunny | 3° /-4° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 3 | Partly cloudy | 5° /-3° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 4 | Overcast | 2° /-4° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 5 | Light snow | 3° /-6° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 6 | Moderate or heavy snow showers | 0° /-6° | 1.7 mm | 1.3 cm | |
| Jan. 7 | Overcast | -2° /-8° | 3.1 mm | 2.3 cm | |
| Jan. 8 | Patchy light snow | 0° /-9° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 9 | Partly cloudy | 2° /-8° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 10 | Light freezing rain | 1° /-7° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 11 | Moderate snow | -1° /-9° | 0.5 mm | 0.3 cm | |
| Jan. 12 | Patchy moderate snow | 0° /-11° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 13 | Moderate snow | -8° /-18° | 2.2 mm | 1.8 cm | |
| Jan. 14 | Moderate snow | -5° /-15° | 0.8 mm | 0.6 cm | |
| Jan. 15 | Heavy snow | -6° /-14° | 2.7 mm | 2.3 cm | |
| Jan. 16 | Cloudy | 4° /-13° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 17 | Mist | 2° /-8° | 5.4 mm | 3.9 cm | |
| Jan. 18 | Patchy moderate snow | -1° /-14° | 1.5 mm | 1.1 cm | |
| Jan. 19 | Light freezing rain | -8° /-17° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 20 | Partly cloudy | -5° /-15° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 21 | Light snow | 3° /-10° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 22 | Overcast | 2° /-6° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 23 | Sunny | 2° /-7° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 24 | Sunny | 4° /-6° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 25 | Partly cloudy | -1° /-6° | 2.3 mm | 1.7 cm | |
| Jan. 26 | Moderate or heavy snow showers | 0° /-8° | 4.7 mm | 4 cm | |
| Jan. 27 | Sunny | 5° /-9° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 28 | Sunny | 6° /-5° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 29 | Partly cloudy | 6° /-2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 30 | Sunny | 10° /-1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 31 | Sunny | 11° /-1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Fort Collins 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 Fort Collins forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
Fort Collins in January - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Fort Collins during January?
Brace for cold days with temperatures not exceeding 1° and nights that are likely to be freezing. Winter clothing is essential for comfort and safety.
How much rainfall should be expected in Fort Collins during January?
In January, Fort Collins can expect light to moderate rainfall, totaling 26.5 mm across approximately 0 days. Occasional showers are possible, and planning ahead for them could be helpful.
Will it snow in Fort Collins in January 2026?
Fort Collins experiences an average snowfall of 21.32 cm during January, occurring over 8 days.
What are the typical wind conditions in Fort Collins during January?
The average wind speed in Fort Collins during January is 13 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
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