January weather forecast
Las Cruces, NM

Share
The lovely hilly countryside in Las Cruces, New Mexico
The lovely hilly countryside in Las Cruces, New Mexico

Weather in January

January in Las Cruces, New Mexico, often brings brisk temperatures but with a reasonable range. The temperature can shift from a low of 36.1°F (2.3°C) to a high average of 53.6°F (12°C), providing a comfortable span for outdoor activities. The weather this month leans towards drier conditions, with only minimal amounts of rainfall. The fairly cool temperatures, relative lack of precipitation and shorter days all make January a quiet month for weather in this region.

Temperature

Las Cruces notes the coldest temperatures in January, with a high average of 53.6°F (12°C) and a low of 36.1°F (2.3°C).

Humidity

In Las Cruces, the average relative humidity in January is 46%.

Rainfall

In Las Cruces, in January, during 3.4 rainfall days, 0.24" (6mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Las Cruces, during the entire year, the rain falls for 84.4 days and collects up to 9.72" (247mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January, February, November and December are months with snowfall. In Las Cruces, during January, snow falls for 0.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.16" (4mm) of snow. In Las Cruces, during the entire year, snow falls for 2.8 days and aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Las Cruces, the average length of the day in January is 10h and 19min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 5:39 pm MST.

Sunshine

In Las Cruces, the average sunshine in January is 7.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 3 in January suggests the following recommendations:
Be mindful. Individuals with a lighter skin tone may suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jun 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

Las Cruces, New Mexico, experiences its average lowest temperatures in January, reaching a peak of 53.6°F (12°C) and a minimum of 36.1°F (2.3°C).

What are the temperatures in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Las Cruces, is 53.6°F (12°C), while the low-temperature averages to 36.1°F (2.3°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Las Cruces?

In January, the average relative humidity is 46%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Las Cruces, in January, during 3.4 rainfall days, 0.24" (6mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 0.8 days. Throughout January, 0.16" (4mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In Las Cruces, the average day length in January is 10h and 19min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Las Cruces?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 5:39 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 7.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Las Cruces, NM

Average temperature in January - Las Cruces, NM
  • Average high temperature in January: 53.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (93.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (53.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 36.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.1°F).

Average pressure in January
Las Cruces, NM

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Las Cruces, NM

Average wind speed in January - Las Cruces, NM
  • Average wind speed in January: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (6mph).

Average humidity in January
Las Cruces, NM

Average humidity in January - Las Cruces, NM
  • Average humidity in January: 46%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (50%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (22%).

Average rainfall in January
Las Cruces, NM

Average rainfall in January - Las Cruces, NM
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.12").

Average rainfall days in January
Las Cruces, NM

Average rainfall days in January - Las Cruces, NM
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is May (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Las Cruces, NM

Average snowfall in January - Las Cruces, NM
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.67").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Las Cruces, NM

Average snowfall days in January - Las Cruces, NM
  • Average snowfall days in January: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (1.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Las Cruces, NM

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Las Cruces, NM
  • Average daylight in January: 10h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 7h and 1min

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

Average sunshine days in January
Las Cruces, NM

Average sunshine days in January - Las Cruces, NM
  • Average sunshine days in January: 26.8 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and April (26.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Las Cruces, NM

Average UV index in January - Las Cruces, NM
  • Average UV index in January: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in January
Las Cruces, NM

Average cloud cover in January - Las Cruces, NM
  • Average cloud cover in January: 15

The months with the most cloud cover are July and December (Cloud cover 18).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 8).

Average visibility in January
Las Cruces, NM

Average visibility in January - Las Cruces, 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).

Las Cruces, New Mexico, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location