January weather forecast
San Rafael, NM

Share

Weather in January

January, the same as December, is another cold winter month in San Rafael, New Mexico, with an average temperature varying between 21.7°F (-5.7°C) and 38.7°F (3.7°C).

Temperature

The coldest period is January, when temperatures fluctuate between an average high of 38.7°F (3.7°C) and a low of 21.7°F (-5.7°C).

Humidity

The most humid month in San Rafael is January, with an average relative humidity of 69%.

Rainfall

In January, in San Rafael, New Mexico, the rain falls for 3.8 days. Throughout January, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In San Rafael, during the entire year, the rain falls for 85.5 days and collects up to 9.37" (238mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. January is the month with the most snowfall in San Rafael. Snow falls for 6.3 days and accumulates 4.09" (104mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in San Rafael is 10h and 7min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:38 pm MST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 6.8h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in San Rafael?

In San Rafael, January records the average lowest temperatures, peaking at 38.7°F (3.7°C) and reaching a low of 21.7°F (-5.7°C).

Is it cold in San Rafael during January?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in San Rafael, New Mexico, during January are 38.7°F (3.7°C) and 21.7°F (-5.7°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month in San Rafael?

January is the most humid month in San Rafael, New Mexico, with an average relative humidity of 69%.

What is the average humidity in January in San Rafael?

In January, the average relative humidity in San Rafael is 69%.

How much does it rain in San Rafael in January?

In San Rafael, New Mexico, during January, the rain falls for 3.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in San Rafael?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 6.3 days and accumulates 4.09" (104mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in San Rafael in January?

In January, in San Rafael, it is snowing for 6.3 days. Throughout January, 4.09" (104mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does San Rafael have in January?

The average day length in January is 10h and 7min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in San Rafael?

On the first day of January in San Rafael, New Mexico, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:38 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in San Rafael?

January has the least sunshine of the year in San Rafael, New Mexico, with an average of 6.8h of sunshine.

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

In January, the average sunshine duration is 6.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in San Rafael?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in San Rafael, New Mexico.

How high is the UV index in January in San Rafael?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in San Rafael is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
San Rafael, NM

Average temperature in January - San Rafael, NM
  • Average high temperature in January: 38.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 21.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.7°F).

Average pressure in January
San Rafael, NM

Average pressure in January - San Rafael, NM
  • Average pressure in January: 30.18"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.18"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April, May and June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
San Rafael, NM

Average wind speed in January - San Rafael, NM
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in January
San Rafael, NM

Average humidity in January - San Rafael, NM
  • Average humidity in January: 69%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (69%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (26%).

Average rainfall in January
San Rafael, NM

Average rainfall in January - San Rafael, NM
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.77").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.35").

Average rainfall days in January
San Rafael, NM

Average rainfall days in January - San Rafael, NM
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.5 days).

Average snowfall in January
San Rafael, NM

Average snowfall in January - San Rafael, NM
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.09"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
San Rafael, NM

Average snowfall days in January - San Rafael, NM
  • Average snowfall days in January: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - San Rafael, 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: 6h and 5min

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 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
San Rafael, NM

Average sunshine days in January - San Rafael, NM
  • Average sunshine days in January: 22.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (24.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.5 days).

Average UV index in January
San Rafael, NM

Average UV index in January - San Rafael, 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, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
San Rafael, NM

Average cloud cover in January - San Rafael, NM
  • Average cloud cover in January: 25

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 25).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and October (Cloud cover 12).

Average visibility in January
San Rafael, NM

Average visibility in January - San Rafael, 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).

San Rafael, New Mexico, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location