January weather forecast
Cloudcroft, NM

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Weather in January

January in Cloudcroft, New Mexico, marks the beginning of the year with chilling temperatures, snowfall, and less daylight when compared to other months. Highs average at 50.7°F (10.4°C), while the nights can be considerably colder with temperatures dipping as low as 32.9°F (0.5°C). White, fluffy snow decorates the sumptuous landscape, providing a picturesque setting. With low humidity levels, the air feels crisp and fresh. The weather signifies the peak of winter, providing a truly enchanting snowy start to the year.

Temperature

Cloudcroft's coldest month, January, generally records average temperatures ranging from a high of 50.7°F (10.4°C) to a low of 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Humidity

In Cloudcroft, New Mexico, the average relative humidity in January is 47%.

Rainfall

In Cloudcroft, New Mexico, in January, it is raining for 3.2 days, with typically 0.2" (5mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Cloudcroft, during the entire year, the rain falls for 60.2 days and collects up to 5.79" (147mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January, February, November and December. In Cloudcroft, during January, snow falls for 0.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 3.8 snowfall days, and 1.46" (37mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 10h and 16min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 5:33 pm MST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January in Cloudcroft is 7.4h.

UV index

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in January converts into the following recommendations:
Be vigilant - Suggestions to stave off sun damage are provided. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

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

What is the usual temperature for Cloudcroft in January?

Cloudcroft in January has an average high-temperature of 50.7°F (10.4°C) and an average low-temperature of 32.9°F (0.5°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 47%.

How much does it rain in January?

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

How much does it snow in January?

In Cloudcroft, 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 7:05 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 5:33 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Cloudcroft have in January?

In Cloudcroft, the average sunshine duration in January is 7.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Cloudcroft, NM

Average temperature in January - Cloudcroft, 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
Cloudcroft, NM

Average pressure in January - Cloudcroft, 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
Cloudcroft, NM

Average wind speed in January - Cloudcroft, 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
Cloudcroft, NM

Average humidity in January - Cloudcroft, 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
Cloudcroft, NM

Average rainfall in January - Cloudcroft, 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
Cloudcroft, NM

Average rainfall days in January - Cloudcroft, 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
Cloudcroft, NM

Average snowfall in January - Cloudcroft, 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
Cloudcroft, NM

Average snowfall days in January - Cloudcroft, 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
Cloudcroft, NM

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Cloudcroft, 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
Cloudcroft, NM

Average sunshine days in January - Cloudcroft, 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
Cloudcroft, NM

Average UV index in January - Cloudcroft, 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
Cloudcroft, NM

Average cloud cover in January - Cloudcroft, 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
Cloudcroft, NM

Average visibility in January - Cloudcroft, 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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