January weather forecast
Maxwell, NM

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is a wintry winter month in Maxwell, New Mexico, with an average temperature ranging between min 21.4°F (-5.9°C) and max 40.8°F (4.9°C).

Temperature

Maxwell in January witnesses an average high-temperature of a still wintry 40.8°F (4.9°C), indicating a slight variation from December's 40.1°F (4.5°C). Maxwell observes an average nighttime low-temperature of 21.4°F (-5.9°C) during the month of January.

Humidity

January is the most humid month in Maxwell, with an average relative humidity of 62%.

Rainfall

In Maxwell, in January, it is raining for 3.3 days, with typically 0.43" (11mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 93.8 rainfall days, and 12.32" (313mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Maxwell are January through May, September through December. In January, in Maxwell, New Mexico, it is snowing for 7.4 days. Throughout January, 3.43" (87mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Maxwell, there are 40.2 snowfall days, and 24.41" (620mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 10h and 0min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 5:22 pm MST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Maxwell, New Mexico. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 in January translates into these instructions:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Maxwell in January?

The high-temperature in Maxwell during January is 40.8°F (4.9°C) and the low-temperature is 21.4°F (-5.9°C).

What is the most humid month in Maxwell?

With an average relative humidity of 62%, January is the most humid month in Maxwell.

What is the average humidity in January in Maxwell?

In Maxwell, New Mexico, the average relative humidity in January is 62%.

How many days does it rain in January in Maxwell?

In Maxwell, in January, it is raining for 3.3 days, with typically 0.43" (11mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Maxwell in January?

In Maxwell, during January, snow falls for 7.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.43" (87mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Maxwell have in January?

In Maxwell, New Mexico, the average day length in January is 10h and 0min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Maxwell?

On the first day of January in Maxwell, New Mexico, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 5:22 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Maxwell?

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

How long on average sun shines in January in Maxwell?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Maxwell?

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Maxwell, New Mexico.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Maxwell?

In Maxwell, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Maxwell, NM

Average temperature in January - Maxwell, NM
  • Average high temperature in January: 40.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (40.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 21.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (21°F).

Average pressure in January
Maxwell, NM

Average pressure in January - Maxwell, 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 April (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Maxwell, NM

Average wind speed in January - Maxwell, NM
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.4mph).

Average humidity in January
Maxwell, NM

Average humidity in January - Maxwell, NM
  • Average humidity in January: 62%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (62%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (41%).

Average rainfall in January
Maxwell, NM

Average rainfall in January - Maxwell, NM
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.6").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.39").

Average rainfall days in January
Maxwell, NM

Average rainfall days in January - Maxwell, NM
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.7 days).

Average snowfall in January
Maxwell, NM

Average snowfall in January - Maxwell, NM
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Maxwell, NM

Average snowfall days in January - Maxwell, NM
  • Average snowfall days in January: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Maxwell, NM

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Maxwell, 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 42min).

  • 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 February (Average sunshine: 7h).

Average sunshine days in January
Maxwell, NM

Average sunshine days in January - Maxwell, NM
  • Average sunshine days in January: 22.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (24.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.9 days).

Average UV index in January
Maxwell, NM

Average UV index in January - Maxwell, NM
  • Average UV index in January: 2

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

Average cloud cover in January
Maxwell, NM

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February, April and July (Cloud cover 20).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, October and November (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in January
Maxwell, NM

Average visibility in January - Maxwell, 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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