January weather forecast
Gallegos, NM

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Gallegos, New Mexico, is a frosty winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 49.6°F (9.8°C) and 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

Temperature

As January takes hold, the average high-temperature is a still chilly 49.6°F (9.8°C), nearly mirroring that of the previous month. During January, Gallegos records a consistent average nighttime temperature of 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 52%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 2.3 days and accumulates 0.24" (6mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Gallegos, in January, snow falls for 2.1 days, with typically accumulated 0.98" (25mm) of snow. In Gallegos, New Mexico, during the entire year, snow falls for 9.5 days and aggregates up to 5.24" (133mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 10h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 5:20 pm MST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests this advice:
Exercise prudence. Persons with fair skin could be burned in under 30 minutes. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are January temperatures?

The high-temperature, in January, in Gallegos, records 49.6°F (9.8°C), while the low-temperature is 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Gallegos?

In January, the average relative humidity is 52%.

What is the driest month in Gallegos?

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 2.3 days and typically collects 0.24" (6mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Gallegos, in January, it is raining for 2.3 days, with typically 0.24" (6mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 2.1 days. Throughout January, 0.98" (25mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

The average day length in January is 10h and 4min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Gallegos?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 5:20 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Gallegos have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 7h.

What is the UV index reading in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Gallegos, NM

Average temperature in January - Gallegos, NM
  • Average high temperature in January: 49.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (48.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 31.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (31.3°F).

Average pressure in January
Gallegos, NM

Average pressure in January - Gallegos, NM
  • Average pressure in January: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April and June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Gallegos, NM

Average wind speed in January - Gallegos, NM
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (9.6mph).

Average humidity in January
Gallegos, NM

Average humidity in January - Gallegos, NM
  • Average humidity in January: 52%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (54%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (33%).

Average rainfall in January
Gallegos, NM

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

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are June and October (1.18").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.24").

Average rainfall days in January
Gallegos, NM

Average rainfall days in January - Gallegos, NM
  • Average rainfall days in January: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (11.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (1.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Gallegos, NM

Average snowfall in January - Gallegos, NM
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.26").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Gallegos, NM

Average snowfall days in January - Gallegos, NM
  • Average snowfall days in January: 2.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.6 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
Gallegos, NM

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Gallegos, 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

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

Average sunshine days in January
Gallegos, NM

Average sunshine days in January - Gallegos, NM
  • Average sunshine days in January: 27.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (27.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (15.7 days).

Average UV index in January
Gallegos, NM

Average UV index in January - Gallegos, 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
Gallegos, NM

Average cloud cover in January - Gallegos, NM
  • Average cloud cover in January: 18

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 20).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 12).

Average visibility in January
Gallegos, NM

Average visibility in January - Gallegos, 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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