January weather forecast
Artesia, NM

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Weather in January

Beginning the year in Artesia, New Mexico, the winters are fresh with temperatures dipping to an average low of 35.6°F (2°C). January skies are clearer compared to the preceding month which sees a 1% decrease in cloud cover. The relative humidity is higher at 44%, which is the third-highest for the year, making the days feel slightly cooler. Despite the lower temperatures, rainfall is kept to a minimum and so are the snowy days making for dry winter conditions. Wind speed tends to be moderate at this point of the year, not going beyond 8.1mph (13km/h) on average.

Temperature

The shift into January finds Artesia at an average high-temperature of a still mild 55.9°F (13.3°C), closely comparable to December's conditions. In Artesia, the expected average low-temperature for January is a cold 35.6°F (2°C).

Humidity

In Artesia, the average relative humidity in January is 44%.

Rainfall

In Artesia, New Mexico, during January, the rain falls for 3.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.24" (6mm) of precipitation. In Artesia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 77 days and collects up to 9.37" (238mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January, February, November and December are months with snowfall in Artesia. In Artesia, during January, snow falls for 1.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.24" (6mm) of snow. In Artesia, during the entire year, snow falls for 5.3 days and aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 10h and 17min.
On the first day of January in Artesia, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 5:28 pm MST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Artesia, New Mexico, are January and December, with an average of 7.1h of sunshine.

UV index

In Artesia, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 4 in January transforms into this advice:
Exercise prevention - Precautions against solar damage are endorsed. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are January temperatures in Artesia?

In Artesia, 55.9°F (13.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 35.6°F (2°C) is the average low-temperature during January.

What is the average humidity in January in Artesia?

The average relative humidity in January is 44%.

How much does it rain in Artesia in January?

In January, in Artesia, the rain falls for 3.5 days. Throughout January, 0.24" (6mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Artesia in January?

In January, it is snowing for 1.1 days. Throughout January, 0.24" (6mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January in Artesia?

The average day length in January in Artesia is 10h and 17min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Artesia?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, in Artesia, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 5:28 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Artesia?

The months with the least sunshine in Artesia, New Mexico, are January and December, with an average of 7.1h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Artesia?

In Artesia, the average sunshine duration in January is 7.1h.

What is the UV index reading in January in Artesia?

In Artesia, New Mexico, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Artesia, NM

Average temperature in January - Artesia, NM
  • Average high temperature in January: 55.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (95°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (55.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 35.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (73.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (35.6°F).

Average pressure in January
Artesia, NM

Average pressure in January - Artesia, 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 (29.83"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Artesia, NM

Average wind speed in January - Artesia, NM
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (8mph).

Average humidity in January
Artesia, NM

Average humidity in January - Artesia, NM
  • Average humidity in January: 44%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (48%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (26%).

Average rainfall in January
Artesia, NM

Average rainfall in January - Artesia, NM
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.2").

Average rainfall days in January
Artesia, NM

Average rainfall days in January - Artesia, NM
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.9 days).

Average snowfall in January
Artesia, NM

Average snowfall in January - Artesia, NM
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.83").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Artesia, NM

Average snowfall days in January - Artesia, NM
  • Average snowfall days in January: 1.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (2.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Artesia, 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 1min

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

Average sunshine days in January
Artesia, NM

Average sunshine days in January - Artesia, NM
  • Average sunshine days in January: 26.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (26.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.9 days).

Average UV index in January
Artesia, NM

Average UV index in January - Artesia, NM
  • Average UV index in January: 4

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in January
Artesia, NM

Average cloud cover in January - Artesia, NM
  • Average cloud cover in January: 15

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 20).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 11).

Average visibility in January
Artesia, NM

Average visibility in January - Artesia, 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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