January weather forecast
Albuquerque, NM

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A square in Albuquerque, New Mexico, with a view of the civic and government buildings
A square in Albuquerque, New Mexico, with a view of the civic and government buildings

Weather in January

As Albuquerque begins the year, January offers a crisp climate with relatively more snowfall than any other month, with some 2.44" (62mm) experienced, exhibiting a sharp drop from December's chill. January is the coldest of all months, and it is commonplace for frost to layer over the city as temperatures drop. The sun shines for about 7 hours a day, marking a comfortable landscape for outdoor activities despite the cold weather. Cloud cover comes in at about 19%, indicative of infrequent showers. The New Mexico city sees a slightly slower wind pace during this month.

Temperature

In Albuquerque, the months of January and December are known for the lowest temperatures, reaching an average high of 43.9°F (6.6°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 61%, January is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In Albuquerque, in January, it is raining for 4.2 days, with typically 0.51" (13mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Albuquerque, during the entire year, the rain falls for 87.6 days and collects up to 8.23" (209mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Albuquerque, in January, snow falls for 3.9 days, with typically accumulated 2.24" (57mm) of snow. In Albuquerque, during the entire year, snow falls for 16.6 days and aggregates up to 7.99" (203mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 10h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:33 pm MST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 7h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during January morphs into the following directions:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

Albuquerque's lowest temperatures tend to occur in January and December, with an average high-temperature of 43.9°F (6.6°C).

How cold is January?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 43.9°F (6.6°C) and 27.1°F (-2.7°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 61%, January is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 61%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Albuquerque, New Mexico, in January, during 4.2 rainfall days, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In Albuquerque, during January, snow falls for 3.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Albuquerque have in January?

The average day length in January is 10h and 7min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:33 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January and December, with an average of 7h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Albuquerque have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Albuquerque, NM

Average temperature in January - Albuquerque, NM
  • Average high temperature in January: 43.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.6°F).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and December (43.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 27.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.1°F).

Average pressure in January
Albuquerque, NM

Average pressure in January - Albuquerque, NM
  • Average pressure in January: 30.16"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April and May (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Albuquerque, NM

Average wind speed in January - Albuquerque, NM
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in January
Albuquerque, NM

Average humidity in January - Albuquerque, NM
  • Average humidity in January: 61%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (61%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (27%).

Average rainfall in January
Albuquerque, NM

Average rainfall in January - Albuquerque, NM
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.73").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (0.35").

Average rainfall days in January
Albuquerque, NM

Average rainfall days in January - Albuquerque, NM
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Albuquerque, NM

Average snowfall in January - Albuquerque, NM
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.44").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Albuquerque, NM

Average snowfall days in January - Albuquerque, NM
  • Average snowfall days in January: 3.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (4.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Albuquerque, NM
  • Average daylight in January: 10h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 7h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in January
Albuquerque, NM

Average sunshine days in January - Albuquerque, NM
  • Average sunshine days in January: 24.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (24.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.4 days).

Average UV index in January
Albuquerque, NM

Average UV index in January - Albuquerque, NM
  • Average UV index in January: 2

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

Average cloud cover in January
Albuquerque, NM

Average cloud cover in January - Albuquerque, NM
  • Average cloud cover in January: 19

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 20).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in January
Albuquerque, NM

Average visibility in January - Albuquerque, 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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