January weather forecast
Alamogordo, NM

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High rocks and cliffs on the slopes of a high hill overlooking the gorgeous Alamogordo Mountain ranges in New Mexico
High rocks and cliffs on the slopes of a high hill overlooking the gorgeous Alamogordo Mountain ranges in New Mexico

Weather in January

January, being the first month of the year, brings a series of chilly days in Alamogordo, New Mexico. The city feels a plunge in temperatures, with lows dipping down to a crisp 32.9°F (0.5°C). Residents can observe some snowfall, although typically limited to a mild 0.12" (3mm) throughout the month. This decrease in temperature typically brings an increased relative humidity of up to 47%. As January ends, the city and its residents begin to prepare for the gradual thawing that February introduces.

Temperature

The coldest period is January, when temperatures fluctuate between an average high of 50.7°F (10.4°C) and a low of 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Humidity

In Alamogordo, the average relative humidity in January is 47%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 3.2 days. Throughout January, 0.2" (5mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 60.2 rainfall days, and 5.79" (147mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January, February, November and December. In January, it is snowing for 0.9 days. Throughout January, 0.12" (3mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 3.8 snowfall days, and 1.46" (37mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 10h and 16min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 5:34 pm MST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 7.4h.

UV index

In Alamogordo, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, an average UV index of 3 transforms into the following instructions:
Heed the precautions - Protecting the skin and eyes from damage is compulsory. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jul 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

In Alamogordo, January records the average lowest temperatures, peaking at 50.7°F (10.4°C) and reaching a low of 32.9°F (0.5°C).

What is the temperature in January?

In Alamogordo, in January, the average high-temperature is 50.7°F (10.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 32.9°F (0.5°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Alamogordo?

In January, the average relative humidity is 47%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Alamogordo, in January, it is raining for 3.2 days, with typically 0.2" (5mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Alamogordo?

In Alamogordo, during January, snow falls for 0.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In January, the average day length is 10h and 16min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 5:34 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 7.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Alamogordo, NM

Average temperature in January - Alamogordo, NM
  • Average high temperature in January: 50.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (89.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (50.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 32.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.9°F).

Average pressure in January
Alamogordo, NM

Average pressure in January - Alamogordo, NM
  • Average pressure in January: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Alamogordo, NM

Average wind speed in January - Alamogordo, NM
  • Average wind speed in January: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

Average humidity in January
Alamogordo, NM

Average humidity in January - Alamogordo, NM
  • Average humidity in January: 47%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (51%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (25%).

Average rainfall in January
Alamogordo, NM

Average rainfall in January - Alamogordo, NM
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.14").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.16").

Average rainfall days in January
Alamogordo, NM

Average rainfall days in January - Alamogordo, NM
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (11.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is May (2.9 days).

Average snowfall in January
Alamogordo, NM

Average snowfall in January - Alamogordo, NM
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.79").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Alamogordo, NM

Average snowfall days in January - Alamogordo, NM
  • Average snowfall days in January: 0.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (1.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Alamogordo, NM

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Alamogordo, NM
  • Average daylight in January: 10h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in January
Alamogordo, NM

Average sunshine days in January - Alamogordo, NM
  • Average sunshine days in January: 26.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (27.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13 days).

Average UV index in January
Alamogordo, NM

Average UV index in January - Alamogordo, NM
  • Average UV index in January: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Alamogordo, NM

Average cloud cover in January - Alamogordo, NM
  • Average cloud cover in January: 12

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 16).
The months with the least cloud cover are May and June (Cloud cover 8).

Average visibility in January
Alamogordo, NM

Average visibility in January - Alamogordo, NM
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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