January weather forecast
Red River, NM

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Weather in January

As the new year unfolds in Red River, New Mexico, the city welcomes a chilly season. January is one of the coldest months with the mercury dropping to 11.7°F (-11.3°C) and only rising to an average high of 31.8°F (-0.1°C). Snowfall is quite frequent with a total of 5.2" (132mm) falling across 10.3 days. The days are shorter, with only 10 hours of daylight, leading to chilly nights. The wintry conditions make it an ideal time for winter sports enthusiasts who find delight in the fresh powdery snow.

Temperature

With average high and low temperatures of 31.8°F (-0.1°C) and 11.7°F (-11.3°C) respectively, January is Red River's coldest month.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 79%, January is the most humid month.

Rainfall

January and November are months with the least rain in Red River, New Mexico, when the rain falls for 5.4 days and typically aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Red River are January through May, September through December. In Red River, in January, snow falls for 10.3 days, with typically accumulated 5.2" (132mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 62.6 snowfall days, and 40.35" (1025mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:25 pm MST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 6.9h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Red River?

January, noted for its average high-temperature of 31.8°F (-0.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 11.7°F (-11.3°C), is considered the coldest month in Red River, New Mexico.

How cold is it in Red River in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Red River, is 31.8°F (-0.1°C), while the low-temperature averages to 11.7°F (-11.3°C).

What is the most humid month in Red River?

With an average relative humidity of 79%, January is the most humid month in Red River, New Mexico.

What is the average humidity in January in Red River?

In Red River, the average relative humidity in January is 79%.

What is the driest month in Red River?

The months with the least rainfall are January and November Rain falls for 5.4 days and accumulates 0.67" (17mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in January in Red River?

In Red River, New Mexico, in January, it is raining for 5.4 days, with typically 0.67" (17mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Red River in January?

In Red River, New Mexico, in January, during 10.3 snowfall days, 5.2" (132mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January in Red River?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Red River?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:25 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Red River have in January?

In Red River, New Mexico, the average sunshine duration in January is 6.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Red River?

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Red River.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Red River?

In Red River, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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YearJanuaryFMAMJJASOND
Dec
January
Feb
Average high temperature
32.7°F 0.4°C
31.8°F -0.1°C
34.3°F 1.3°C
Average low temperature
12.7°F -10.7°C
11.7°F -11.3°C
14.9°F -9.5°C
Average pressure
30.1" 765mmHg
30.14" 766mmHg
30.06" 764mmHg
Average wind speed
6.4mph 10.3km/h
5.9mph 9.5km/h
7mph 11.3km/h
Average max. wind speed
7.1mph 11.4km/h
6.5mph 10.5km/h
7.7mph 12.4km/h
Average wind speed gusts
10.7mph 17.2km/h
9.9mph 15.9km/h
11mph 17.7km/h
Average humidity
74%
79%
75%
Average rainfall
0.83" 21mm
0.67" 17mm
0.79" 20mm
Average rainfall days
5.9
5.4
4.8
Average snowfall
6.54" 166mm
5.2" 132mm
6.18" 157mm
Average snowfall days
10.9
10.3
10.6
Average daylight
9h 4min
10h 0min
10h 5min
Average sunshine
6h 4min
6h 5min
6h 5min
Average sunshine days
20.1
20.6
16.8
Average UV index
2
2
2
Average cloud cover
28%
28%
28%
Average visibility
6mi 9.7km
5mi 8km
6mi 9.7km

Average temperature in January
Red River, NM

Average temperature in January - Red River, NM
  • Average high temperature in January: 31.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 11.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (49.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.7°F).

Average pressure in January
Red River, NM

Average pressure in January - Red River, NM
  • Average pressure in January: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Red River, NM

Average wind speed in January - Red River, NM
  • Average wind speed in January: 5.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.8mph).

Average humidity in January
Red River, NM

Average humidity in January - Red River, NM
  • Average humidity in January: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (40%).

Average rainfall in January
Red River, NM

Average rainfall in January - Red River, NM
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.31").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (0.67").

Average rainfall days in January
Red River, NM

Average rainfall days in January - Red River, NM
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Red River, NM

Average snowfall in January - Red River, NM
  • Average snowfall in January: 5.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (7.68").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Red River, NM

Average snowfall days in January - Red River, NM
  • Average snowfall days in January: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (10.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Red River, NM

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Red River, 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: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in January
Red River, NM

Average sunshine days in January - Red River, NM
  • Average sunshine days in January: 20.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6 days).

Average UV index in January
Red River, NM

Average UV index in January - Red River, NM
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Red River, NM

Average cloud cover in January - Red River, NM
  • Average cloud cover in January: 28

The months with the most cloud cover are January, February and December (Cloud cover 28).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in January
Red River, NM

Average visibility in January - Red River, NM
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).

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