January weather forecast
San Cristobal, NM

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in San Cristobal, New Mexico, with an average temperature varying between 31.3°F (-0.4°C) and 10.6°F (-11.9°C).

Temperature

San Cristobal's coldest weather arrives in January, when temperatures average a high of 31.3°F (-0.4°C) and a low of 10.6°F (-11.9°C).

Humidity

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

In San Cristobal, in January, during 5.7 rainfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 105.1 rainfall days, and 13.82" (351mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In January, it is snowing for 11.1 days. Throughout January, 6.3" (160mm) of snow is accumulated. In San Cristobal, during the entire year, snow falls for 64.8 days and aggregates up to 43.15" (1096mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 10h and 0min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:26 pm MST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 6.6h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during January translates into these guidelines:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Jul 31, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest?

San Cristobal's January weather, marked by an average high temperature of 31.3°F (-0.4°C) and an average low temperature of 10.6°F (-11.9°C), is the coldest in the year.

How cold is January?

The average high-temperature, in January, in San Cristobal, is 31.3°F (-0.4°C), while the average low-temperature is 10.6°F (-11.9°C).

What is the most humid month?

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity in San Cristobal is 81%.

How much does it rain in San Cristobal in January?

In January, the rain falls for 5.7 days. Throughout January, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In San Cristobal, during January, snow falls for 11.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.3" (160mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

The average day length in January is 10h and 0min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January in San Cristobal, New Mexico, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:26 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 6.6h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does San Cristobal have in January?

In San Cristobal, the average sunshine duration in January is 6.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in January?

In San Cristobal, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
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Average sunshine days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
San Cristobal, NM

Average temperature in January - San Cristobal, NM
  • Average high temperature in January: 31.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 10.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (50.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.6°F).

Average pressure in January
San Cristobal, NM

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

Average wind speed in January
San Cristobal, NM

Average wind speed in January - San Cristobal, NM
  • Average wind speed in January: 5.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and May (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.9mph).

Average humidity in January
San Cristobal, NM

Average humidity in January - San Cristobal, NM
  • Average humidity in January: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (39%).

Average rainfall in January
San Cristobal, NM

Average rainfall in January - San Cristobal, NM
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.71").

Average rainfall days in January
San Cristobal, NM

Average rainfall days in January - San Cristobal, NM
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.9 days).

Average snowfall in January
San Cristobal, NM

Average snowfall in January - San Cristobal, NM
  • Average snowfall in January: 6.3"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (8.39").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in January
San Cristobal, NM

Average snowfall days in January - San Cristobal, NM
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
San Cristobal, NM

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - San Cristobal, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
San Cristobal, NM

Average sunshine days in January - San Cristobal, NM
  • Average sunshine days in January: 19 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.3 days).

Average UV index in January
San Cristobal, NM

Average UV index in January - San Cristobal, 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
San Cristobal, NM

Average cloud cover in January - San Cristobal, NM
  • Average cloud cover in January: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 30).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in January
San Cristobal, NM

Average visibility in January - San Cristobal, NM
  • Average visibility in January: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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