January weather forecast
Santa Fe, NM

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Beautiful sunset over the St. Francis of Assisi Basilica in Santa Fe, New Mexico
Beautiful sunset over the St. Francis of Assisi Basilica in Santa Fe, New Mexico

Weather in January

Santa Fe, New Mexico embraces the new year with quite brisk temperatures and an assurance of winter wonder. The lower temperatures promise the possibility of snowfall with 4.88" (124mm) of snow typically seen over 7.3 days. Comparatively, January tends to be chillier and snowier than the subsequent month of February. The city experiences a rather high percentage of cloud cover, laying a shroud of grey overhead, while lower daylight hours, averaging 10.1 hours, contribute to the innate austerity of winter. Yet, despite the cold, January unveils a charm unique to Santa Fe's slim, snowy streets and crisp, winter air.

Temperature

In Santa Fe, the month of January registers the lowest temperatures, averaging 39.2°F (4°C) at the peak and 21.9°F (-5.6°C) at the lowest.

Humidity

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 67%.

Rainfall

In Santa Fe, in January, during 6.3 rainfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Santa Fe, during the entire year, the rain falls for 90.3 days and collects up to 9.8" (249mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Santa Fe are January through May, October through December. In Santa Fe, in January, snow falls for 7.3 days, with typically accumulated 4.88" (124mm) of snow. In Santa Fe, during the entire year, snow falls for 36 days and aggregates up to 22.68" (576mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Santa Fe, the average length of the day in January is 10h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:29 pm MST.

Sunshine

January, February 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 Santa Fe are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during January leads to these instructions:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jul 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

January, with an average high of 39.2°F (4°C) and a low of 21.9°F (-5.6°C), signifies the coldest month of the year.

Is January cold in Santa Fe?

During January, Santa Fe experiences an average high-temperature of 39.2°F (4°C) and a low-temperature of 21.9°F (-5.6°C).

What is the most humid month?

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 67%.

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 67%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Santa Fe, during January, the rain falls for 6.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Santa Fe, in January, snow falls for 7.3 days, with typically accumulated 4.88" (124mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In January, the average day length in Santa Fe is 10h and 4min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:29 pm MST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Santa Fe have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January in Santa Fe, New Mexico, is 7.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January, February, 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 January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in January
Santa Fe, NM

Average temperature in January - Santa Fe, NM
  • Average high temperature in January: 39.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 21.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (21.6°F).

Average pressure in January
Santa Fe, NM

Average pressure in January - Santa Fe, 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 (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Santa Fe, NM

Average wind speed in January - Santa Fe, NM
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in January
Santa Fe, NM

Average humidity in January - Santa Fe, NM
  • Average humidity in January: 67%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (67%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (32%).

Average rainfall in January
Santa Fe, NM

Average rainfall in January - Santa Fe, NM
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.73").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.55").

Average rainfall days in January
Santa Fe, NM

Average rainfall days in January - Santa Fe, NM
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.4 days).

Average snowfall in January
Santa Fe, NM

Average snowfall in January - Santa Fe, NM
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.88"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (5.71").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Santa Fe, NM

Average snowfall days in January - Santa Fe, NM
  • Average snowfall days in January: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (7.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Santa Fe, NM

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Santa Fe, 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 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
Santa Fe, NM

Average sunshine days in January - Santa Fe, NM
  • Average sunshine days in January: 21.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Santa Fe, NM

Average UV index in January - Santa Fe, 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
Santa Fe, NM

Average cloud cover in January - Santa Fe, NM
  • Average cloud cover in January: 20

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 21).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in January
Santa Fe, NM

Average visibility in January - Santa Fe, 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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