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La Plata, NM

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is a wintry winter month in La Plata, New Mexico, with an average temperature varying between 37.6°F (3.1°C) and 21.9°F (-5.6°C).

Temperature

January, noted for its average high-temperature of 37.6°F (3.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 21.9°F (-5.6°C), is considered the coldest month.

Humidity

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 73%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 6 days. Throughout January, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in La Plata, there are 88.9 rainfall days, and 9.57" (243mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in La Plata are January through April, October through December. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 6.5 days and accumulates 5.04" (128mm) of snow.

Daylight

In La Plata, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of January, in La Plata, New Mexico, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:36 pm MST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 6.6h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in La Plata. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during January, leads to the following recommendations:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in La Plata?

La Plata's coldest month, January, registers temperatures that range from a high of 37.6°F (3.1°C) to a low of 21.9°F (-5.6°C).

How cold is it in La Plata in January?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in La Plata during January are 37.6°F (3.1°C) and 21.9°F (-5.6°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month in La Plata?

The most humid month in La Plata is January, with an average relative humidity of 73%.

What is the average humidity in January in La Plata?

In La Plata, the average relative humidity in January is 73%.

How many days does it rain in January in La Plata?

In La Plata, in January, it is raining for 6 days, with typically 0.98" (25mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most in La Plata?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 6.5 days and typically aggregates up to 5.04" (128mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January in La Plata?

In La Plata, New Mexico, in January, snow falls for 6.5 days, with typically accumulated 5.04" (128mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does La Plata have in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in La Plata?

On the first day of January in La Plata, New Mexico, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:36 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in La Plata?

With an average of 6.6h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

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

The average sunshine duration in January in La Plata is 6.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in La Plata?

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

What is the UV index reading in January in La Plata?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in La Plata, New Mexico, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Today
Tomorrow
Long-term
YearJanuaryFMAMJJASOND
Dec
January
Feb
Average high temperature
39.6°F 4.2°C
37.6°F 3.1°C
43.2°F 6.2°C
Average low temperature
25°F -3.9°C
21.9°F -5.6°C
27.1°F -2.7°C
Average pressure
30.15" 766mmHg
30.22" 768mmHg
30.09" 764mmHg
Average wind speed
6mph 9.7km/h
5.7mph 9.2km/h
7mph 11.3km/h
Average max. wind speed
6.7mph 10.8km/h
6.5mph 10.5km/h
7.9mph 12.7km/h
Average wind speed gusts
10.3mph 16.6km/h
9.9mph 15.9km/h
11.3mph 18.2km/h
Average humidity
65%
73%
64%
Average rainfall
0.94" 24mm
0.98" 25mm
0.91" 23mm
Average rainfall days
6.8
6
5.8
Average snowfall
3.98" 101mm
5.04" 128mm
3.9" 99mm
Average snowfall days
6.4
6.5
6.8
Average daylight
9h 4min
10h 0min
10h 5min
Average sunshine
6h 4min
6h 4min
7h 2min
Average sunshine days
21
21.2
18.2
Average UV index
2
2
2
Average cloud cover
25%
27%
25%
Average visibility
6mi 9.7km
5mi 8km
6mi 9.7km

Average temperature in January
La Plata, NM

Average temperature in January - La Plata, NM
  • Average high temperature in January: 37.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 21.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.9°F).

Average pressure in January
La Plata, NM

Average pressure in January - La Plata, NM
  • Average pressure in January: 30.22"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.22"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
La Plata, NM

Average wind speed in January - La Plata, NM
  • Average wind speed in January: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (5.7mph).

Average humidity in January
La Plata, NM

Average humidity in January - La Plata, NM
  • Average humidity in January: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (73%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (23%).

Average rainfall in January
La Plata, NM

Average rainfall in January - La Plata, NM
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.14").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.28").

Average rainfall days in January
La Plata, NM

Average rainfall days in January - La Plata, NM
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (3.5 days).

Average snowfall in January
La Plata, NM

Average snowfall in January - La Plata, NM
  • Average snowfall in January: 5.04"

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

Average snowfall days in January
La Plata, NM

Average snowfall days in January - La Plata, NM
  • Average snowfall days in January: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.8 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
La Plata, NM

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
La Plata, NM

Average sunshine days in January - La Plata, NM
  • Average sunshine days in January: 21.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (24.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.3 days).

Average UV index in January
La Plata, NM

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
La Plata, NM

Average cloud cover in January - La Plata, NM
  • Average cloud cover in January: 27

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 27).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in January
La Plata, NM

Average visibility in January - La Plata, NM
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).

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