January weather forecast
Ponderosa, NM

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a frosty winter month in Ponderosa, New Mexico, with an average temperature varying between 43.2°F (6.2°C) and 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

Temperature

January, with average temperatures reaching a high of 43.2°F (6.2°C) and a low of 26.4°F (-3.1°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 63%, January is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In Ponderosa, in January, during 4.3 rainfall days, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Ponderosa, there are 73 rainfall days, and 6.1" (155mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. January is the month with the most snowfall in Ponderosa. Snow falls for 3.4 days and accumulates 2.4" (61mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Ponderosa, the average length of the day in January is 10h and 4min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:32 pm MST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Ponderosa, New Mexico, are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Ponderosa?

Ponderosa's temperature records reveal January as the coldest month, marked by average highs of 43.2°F (6.2°C) and lows of 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

How cold does it get in Ponderosa in January?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Ponderosa, New Mexico, are 43.2°F (6.2°C) and 26.4°F (-3.1°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month in Ponderosa?

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 63%.

What is the average humidity in January in Ponderosa?

The average relative humidity in January in Ponderosa, New Mexico, is 63%.

How much does it rain in Ponderosa in January?

In January, in Ponderosa, New Mexico, the rain falls for 4.3 days. Throughout January, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Ponderosa?

The month with the most snowfall in Ponderosa, New Mexico, is January, when snow falls for 3.4 days and typically aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January in Ponderosa?

In Ponderosa, New Mexico, in January, snow falls for 3.4 days, with typically accumulated 2.4" (61mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January in Ponderosa?

In January, the average day length in Ponderosa, New Mexico, is 10h and 4min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Ponderosa?

On the first day of January in Ponderosa, New Mexico, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:32 pm MST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Ponderosa?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Ponderosa have in January?

In Ponderosa, the average sunshine duration in January is 7.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Ponderosa?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January in Ponderosa?

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

Average temperature in January - Ponderosa, NM
  • Average high temperature in January: 43.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 26.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (26.2°F).

Average pressure in January
Ponderosa, NM

Average pressure in January - Ponderosa, 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 (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Ponderosa, NM

Average wind speed in January - Ponderosa, NM
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in January
Ponderosa, NM

Average humidity in January - Ponderosa, NM
  • Average humidity in January: 63%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (63%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (27%).

Average rainfall in January
Ponderosa, NM

Average rainfall in January - Ponderosa, NM
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.47"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (0.91").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February, March and June (0.35").

Average rainfall days in January
Ponderosa, NM

Average rainfall days in January - Ponderosa, NM
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (10.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (4.1 days).

Average snowfall in January
Ponderosa, NM

Average snowfall in January - Ponderosa, NM
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.4"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.4").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Ponderosa, NM

Average snowfall days in January - Ponderosa, NM
  • Average snowfall days in January: 3.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (4 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
Ponderosa, NM

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Ponderosa, 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 48min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 7h and 1min

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

Average sunshine days in January
Ponderosa, NM

Average sunshine days in January - Ponderosa, NM
  • Average sunshine days in January: 24.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (24.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.7 days).

Average UV index in January
Ponderosa, NM

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Ponderosa, NM

Average cloud cover in January - Ponderosa, NM
  • Average cloud cover in January: 19

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 20).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in January
Ponderosa, NM

Average visibility in January - Ponderosa, 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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