January weather forecast
Buena Vista, NM

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is an icy winter month in Buena Vista, New Mexico, with temperature in the range of an average low of 24.3°F (-4.3°C) and an average high of 42.4°F (5.8°C).

Temperature

Entering January, the average high-temperature is recorded at a still wintry 42.4°F (5.8°C), exhibiting a minimal shift from December's 42.1°F (5.6°C). In Buena Vista, the expected average low-temperature for January is a freezing cold 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 61%.

Rainfall

In Buena Vista, during January, the rain falls for 3.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 76.1 rainfall days, and 9.17" (233mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 7.1 days and typically aggregates up to 5.04" (128mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Buena Vista, the average length of the day in January is 10h and 3min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 5:26 pm MST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during January leads to these advisories:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Buena Vista, is 42.4°F (5.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 61%.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 61%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 3.4 days. Throughout January, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 7.1 days and typically aggregates up to 5.04" (128mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Buena Vista, in January, during 7.1 snowfall days, 5.04" (128mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In Buena Vista, the average day length in January is 10h and 3min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 5:26 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Buena Vista?

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

How long on average sun shines in January in Buena Vista?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in January?

In Buena Vista, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Buena Vista, NM

Average temperature in January - Buena Vista, NM
  • Average high temperature in January: 42.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (42.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 24.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (23.9°F).

Average pressure in January
Buena Vista, NM

Average pressure in January - Buena Vista, NM
  • Average pressure in January: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Buena Vista, NM

Average wind speed in January - Buena Vista, NM
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.1mph).

Average humidity in January
Buena Vista, NM

Average humidity in January - Buena Vista, NM
  • Average humidity in January: 61%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (61%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and June (37%).

Average rainfall in January
Buena Vista, NM

Average rainfall in January - Buena Vista, NM
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.65").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.47").

Average rainfall days in January
Buena Vista, NM

Average rainfall days in January - Buena Vista, NM
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (11.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.6 days).

Average snowfall in January
Buena Vista, NM

Average snowfall in January - Buena Vista, NM
  • Average snowfall in January: 5.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.04").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Buena Vista, NM

Average snowfall days in January - Buena Vista, NM
  • Average snowfall days in January: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (7.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Buena Vista, NM

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
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: 11h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in January
Buena Vista, NM

Average sunshine days in January - Buena Vista, NM
  • Average sunshine days in January: 22.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (24.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (17.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Buena Vista, NM

Average UV index in January - Buena Vista, NM
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Buena Vista, NM

Average cloud cover in January - Buena Vista, NM
  • Average cloud cover in January: 18

The months with the most cloud cover are February, July and December (Cloud cover 20).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in January
Buena Vista, NM

Average visibility in January - Buena Vista, 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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