January weather forecast
Sheep Springs, NM

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is a wintry winter month in Sheep Springs, New Mexico, with an average temperature varying between 37.8°F (3.2°C) and 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

Temperature

Sheep Springs reaches its lowest average temperatures in January, measuring 37.8°F (3.2°C) at the peak and 21.6°F (-5.8°C) at the lowest.

Humidity

The most humid month in Sheep Springs is January, with an average relative humidity of 71%.

Rainfall

In Sheep Springs, during January, the rain falls for 3.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation. In Sheep Springs, during the entire year, the rain falls for 91.1 days and collects up to 12.72" (323mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Sheep Springs are January through May, October through December. In Sheep Springs, during January, snow falls for 8.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.51" (140mm) of snow. In Sheep Springs, during the entire year, snow falls for 37.7 days and aggregates up to 22.44" (570mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 10h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of January, in Sheep Springs, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:39 pm MST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 6.4h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Sheep Springs. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during January leads to these instructions:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Sheep Springs?

January is the coldest month in Sheep Springs, exhibiting average temperatures of 37.8°F (3.2°C) at the peak and 21.6°F (-5.8°C) at the base.

Is it cold in Sheep Springs during January?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Sheep Springs are 37.8°F (3.2°C) and 21.6°F (-5.8°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month in Sheep Springs?

With an average relative humidity of 71%, January is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in January in Sheep Springs?

The average relative humidity in January in Sheep Springs, New Mexico, is 71%.

How much does it rain in Sheep Springs in January?

In Sheep Springs, New Mexico, during January, the rain falls for 3.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Sheep Springs in January?

In January, in Sheep Springs, it is snowing for 8.7 days. Throughout January, 5.51" (140mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January in Sheep Springs?

The average day length in January is 10h and 2min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Sheep Springs?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, in Sheep Springs, New Mexico, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:39 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Sheep Springs?

January and December, with an average of 6.4h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Sheep Springs.

How long on average sun shines in January in Sheep Springs?

In Sheep Springs, New Mexico, the average sunshine duration in January is 6.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Sheep Springs?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in January in Sheep Springs?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Sheep Springs, New Mexico, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Sheep Springs, NM

Average temperature in January - Sheep Springs, NM
  • Average high temperature in January: 37.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 21.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in January
Sheep Springs, NM

Average pressure in January - Sheep Springs, NM
  • Average pressure in January: 30.19"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.19"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Sheep Springs, NM

Average wind speed in January - Sheep Springs, NM
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in January
Sheep Springs, NM

Average humidity in January - Sheep Springs, NM
  • Average humidity in January: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (71%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (24%).

Average rainfall in January
Sheep Springs, NM

Average rainfall in January - Sheep Springs, NM
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.39").

Average rainfall days in January
Sheep Springs, NM

Average rainfall days in January - Sheep Springs, NM
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.1 days).

Average snowfall in January
Sheep Springs, NM

Average snowfall in January - Sheep Springs, NM
  • Average snowfall in January: 5.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.42").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Sheep Springs, NM

Average snowfall days in January - Sheep Springs, NM
  • Average snowfall days in January: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (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
Sheep Springs, NM

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Sheep Springs, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in January
Sheep Springs, NM

Average sunshine days in January - Sheep Springs, NM
  • Average sunshine days in January: 20.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.7 days).

Average UV index in January
Sheep Springs, NM

Average UV index in January - Sheep Springs, 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
Sheep Springs, NM

Average cloud cover in January - Sheep Springs, NM
  • Average cloud cover in January: 29

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 29).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in January
Sheep Springs, NM

Average visibility in January - Sheep Springs, 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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