January weather forecast
Moriarty, NM

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Weather in January

January brings Moriarty, New Mexico into a new year with cold weather and relatively high humidity. Temperatures reaching down to 25°F (-3.9°C) position this month as one of the coldest of the year, together with December. Although it is cold, expect sunny days as the abundance of sunshine outpaces the short daylight hours. Snowfall, reaching an accumulated height of 3.23" (82mm) across approximately 5.4 days, paints the city in winter's classic hue. Wind speed averages out at 9.6mph (15.4km/h), bringing a sharp chill to the winter's air.

Temperature

Moriarty's temperature records reveal January as the coldest month, marked by average highs of 41.7°F (5.4°C) and lows of 25°F (-3.9°C).

Humidity

The most humid month in Moriarty is January, with an average relative humidity of 65%.

Rainfall

In January, in Moriarty, the rain falls for 3.6 days. Throughout January, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 86.3 rainfall days, and 10.71" (272mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Moriarty, in January, snow falls for 5.4 days, with typically accumulated 3.23" (82mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 24.6 snowfall days, and 14.88" (378mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 10h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of January, in Moriarty, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 5:31 pm MST.

Sunshine

In Moriarty, the average sunshine in January is 6.9h.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Moriarty. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Moriarty?

January tends to be the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a daily high of 41.7°F (5.4°C) and a low of 25°F (-3.9°C).

Is January cold in Moriarty?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Moriarty, is 41.7°F (5.4°C) and the average low-temperature is 25°F (-3.9°C).

What is the most humid month in Moriarty?

The most humid month in Moriarty, New Mexico, is January, with an average relative humidity of 65%.

What is the average humidity in January in Moriarty?

The average relative humidity in January in Moriarty is 65%.

How many days does it rain in January in Moriarty?

In Moriarty, during January, the rain falls for 3.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Moriarty in January?

In January, in Moriarty, it is snowing for 5.4 days. Throughout January, 3.23" (82mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Moriarty have in January?

In January, the average day length in Moriarty, New Mexico, is 10h and 7min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Moriarty?

On the first day of January in Moriarty, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 5:31 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Moriarty have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Moriarty is 6.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Moriarty?

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

What is the UV index reading in January in Moriarty?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Moriarty, New Mexico, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Moriarty, NM

Average temperature in January - Moriarty, NM
  • Average high temperature in January: 41.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (84.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 25°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25°F).

Average pressure in January
Moriarty, NM

Average pressure in January - Moriarty, NM
  • Average pressure in January: 30.15"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Moriarty, NM

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Moriarty, NM

Average humidity in January - Moriarty, NM
  • Average humidity in January: 65%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (65%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (31%).

Average rainfall in January
Moriarty, NM

Average rainfall in January - Moriarty, NM
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.47").

Average rainfall days in January
Moriarty, NM

Average rainfall days in January - Moriarty, NM
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.6 days).

Average snowfall in January
Moriarty, NM

Average snowfall in January - Moriarty, NM
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.23"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.82").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Moriarty, NM

Average snowfall days in January - Moriarty, NM
  • Average snowfall days in January: 5.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (6.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Moriarty, 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 54min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Moriarty, NM

Average sunshine days in January - Moriarty, NM
  • Average sunshine days in January: 24.1 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and November (24.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Moriarty, NM

Average UV index in January - Moriarty, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Moriarty, NM

Average cloud cover in January - Moriarty, NM
  • Average cloud cover in January: 22

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 24).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 12).

Average visibility in January
Moriarty, NM

Average visibility in January - Moriarty, 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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