At its core, Dry January is all about gathering information about your relationship with alcohol, said Joseph Schacht, an associate professor of psychology at the University of Colorado School of Medicine who studies treatment for alcohol and addictive disorders.

Warmer temperatures are on the way for the week ahead, with relatively quiet conditions as well. While the warmer temperatures will likely offset last weeks cold temperatures, we are still likely to come out of this upcoming week with well below average precipitation.

Discover the health benefits of Dry January, from better sleep and improved energy to weight loss and clearer skin. See why skipping alcohol for a month matters.

Emily Krasnenkova, of Firelake Grill House and Cocktail Bar, shares some zero-proof cocktails.