January weather forecast
Raton, NM

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Weather in January

In Raton, New Mexico, January ushers in the height of winter. The month generally presents frigid temperatures with the lowest dropping to 21.4°F (-5.9°C) and the highest barely crossing 40.8°F (4.9°C). As a consequence of these cold conditions, it witnesses 3.43" (87mm) of snowfall distributed over around seven days. The sunshine is a scarce commodity with limited daylight hours, and the brisk wind keeps the mercury at a freezing level. January has the year's one of the highest relative humidity, which may make the cold feel even chillier.

Temperature

Raton observes a minor difference in average high-temperatures between December's 40.1°F (4.5°C) and January's 40.8°F (4.9°C). Nighttime temperatures in Raton hover around an average low of 21.4°F (-5.9°C) in January.

Humidity

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 62%.

Rainfall

In Raton, in January, it is raining for 3.3 days, with typically 0.43" (11mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Raton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 93.8 days and collects up to 12.32" (313mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Raton, in January, during 7.4 snowfall days, 3.43" (87mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Raton, during the entire year, snow falls for 40.2 days and aggregates up to 24.41" (620mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 58min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 5:21 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 Raton. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during January leads to these advisories:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Raton during January?

January temperatures in Raton, New Mexico, vary between a high-temperature of 40.8°F (4.9°C) and a low-temperature of 21.4°F (-5.9°C).

What is the most humid month in Raton?

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

What is the average humidity in January in Raton?

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

How much does it rain in Raton in January?

In January, in Raton, New Mexico, the rain falls for 3.3 days. Throughout January, 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Raton in January?

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

How many hours of daylight does Raton have in January?

In January, the average day length in Raton, New Mexico, is 9h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Raton?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, in Raton, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 5:21 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Raton?

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

How long on average sun shines in January in Raton?

In Raton, New Mexico, the average sunshine duration in January is 7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Raton?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January in Raton?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Raton, New Mexico, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in January
Raton, NM

Average temperature in January - Raton, 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
Raton, NM

Average pressure in January - Raton, 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
Raton, NM

Average wind speed in January - Raton, 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
Raton, NM

Average humidity in January - Raton, 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
Raton, NM

Average rainfall in January - Raton, 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
Raton, NM

Average rainfall days in January - Raton, 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
Raton, NM

Average snowfall in January - Raton, 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
Raton, NM

Average snowfall days in January - Raton, 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
Raton, NM

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Raton, 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: 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
Raton, NM

Average sunshine days in January - Raton, 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
Raton, NM

Average UV index in January - Raton, 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
Raton, NM

Average cloud cover in January - Raton, 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
Raton, NM

Average visibility in January - Raton, 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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