January weather forecast
La Cueva, NM

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is another cold winter month in La Cueva, New Mexico, with temperature in the range of an average low of 21.9°F (-5.6°C) and an average high of 39.2°F (4°C).

Temperature

In La Cueva, the month of January registers the lowest temperatures, averaging 39.2°F (4°C) at the peak and 21.9°F (-5.6°C) at the lowest.

Humidity

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 67%.

Rainfall

In La Cueva, during January, the rain falls for 6.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation. In La Cueva, during the entire year, the rain falls for 90.3 days and collects up to 9.8" (249mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In La Cueva, in January, during 7.3 snowfall days, 4.88" (124mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In La Cueva, during the entire year, snow falls for 36 days and aggregates up to 22.68" (576mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 10h and 3min.
On the first day of January, 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.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December, with an average of 7.1h 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during January translates into the following recommendations:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in La Cueva?

January, known for its average high temperature of 39.2°F (4°C) and an average low temperature of 21.9°F (-5.6°C), is the coldest month.

Is it cold during January?

La Cueva in January has an average high-temperature of 39.2°F (4°C) and an average low-temperature of 21.9°F (-5.6°C).

What is the most humid month?

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 67%.

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 67%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In La Cueva, during January, the rain falls for 6.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In La Cueva, in January, snow falls for 7.3 days, with typically accumulated 4.88" (124mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January in La Cueva?

The average day length in January is 10h and 3min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, 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 are the months with the least sunshine?

January, February and December, with an average of 7.1h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does La Cueva have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 7.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January?

In La Cueva, New Mexico, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
La Cueva, NM

Average temperature in January - La Cueva, NM
  • Average high temperature in January: 39.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 21.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (21.6°F).

Average pressure in January
La Cueva, NM

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
La Cueva, NM

Average wind speed in January - La Cueva, NM
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in January
La Cueva, NM

Average humidity in January - La Cueva, NM
  • Average humidity in January: 67%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (67%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (32%).

Average rainfall in January
La Cueva, NM

Average rainfall in January - La Cueva, NM
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.73").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.55").

Average rainfall days in January
La Cueva, NM

Average rainfall days in January - La Cueva, NM
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.4 days).

Average snowfall in January
La Cueva, NM

Average snowfall in January - La Cueva, NM
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.88"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (5.71").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
La Cueva, NM

Average snowfall days in January - La Cueva, NM
  • Average snowfall days in January: 7.3 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
La Cueva, NM

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - La Cueva, NM
  • Average daylight in January: 10h and 0min

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 1min

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

Average sunshine days in January
La Cueva, NM

Average sunshine days in January - La Cueva, NM
  • Average sunshine days in January: 21.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.8 days).

Average UV index in January
La Cueva, NM

Average UV index in January - La Cueva, NM
  • Average UV index in January: 2

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

Average cloud cover in January
La Cueva, NM

Average cloud cover in January - La Cueva, NM
  • Average cloud cover in January: 20

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 21).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in January
La Cueva, NM

Average visibility in January - La Cueva, 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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