January weather forecast
Shiprock, NM

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Weather in January

The year begins on a chill note in Shiprock, New Mexico, with an icy embrace. The air is thin, crisp and carries humidity at 70%. It can be challenging to recognize the subtleties of the environment because visibility is compromised at around 6 miles. A significant characteristic is the snowfall, both in terms of quantity and days, with January recording 2.91" (74mm) of snow falling on an average of 4.9 days. Frequently there is a blanket of snow giving the landscape an idyllic appeal.

Temperature

In Shiprock, the month of January is known for its lowest average temperatures, reaching a high of 38.8°F (3.8°C) and a low of 23.7°F (-4.6°C).

Humidity

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 70%.

Rainfall

In Shiprock, during January, the rain falls for 7.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation. In Shiprock, during the entire year, the rain falls for 96.2 days and collects up to 9.06" (230mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 4.9 days and typically aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:38 pm MST.

Sunshine

With an average of 6.6h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Shiprock.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index 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 threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during January, leads to the following recommendations:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

January, known for its average high temperature of 38.8°F (3.8°C) and an average low temperature of 23.7°F (-4.6°C), is the coldest month in Shiprock.

Is January cold?

In Shiprock, 38.8°F (3.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 23.7°F (-4.6°C) is the average low-temperature during January.

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 70%.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 70%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Shiprock, during January, the rain falls for 7.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 4.9 days and typically aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in January?

In Shiprock, in January, during 4.9 snowfall days, 2.91" (74mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Shiprock have in January?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:38 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

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

How long on average sun shines in January in Shiprock?

The average sunshine duration in January is 6.6h.

When is 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 reading in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Today
Tomorrow
Long-term
YearJanuaryFMAMJJASOND
Dec
January
Feb
Average high temperature
40.5°F 4.7°C
38.8°F 3.8°C
44.8°F 7.1°C
Average low temperature
26.1°F -3.3°C
23.7°F -4.6°C
28.9°F -1.7°C
Average pressure
30.15" 766mmHg
30.22" 768mmHg
30.09" 764mmHg
Average wind speed
6mph 9.7km/h
5.8mph 9.3km/h
6.9mph 11.1km/h
Average max. wind speed
6.6mph 10.6km/h
6.6mph 10.6km/h
7.8mph 12.6km/h
Average wind speed gusts
10.4mph 16.7km/h
10.3mph 16.6km/h
11.2mph 18km/h
Average humidity
62%
70%
61%
Average rainfall
0.71" 18mm
0.83" 21mm
0.71" 18mm
Average rainfall days
6.9
7.1
5.9
Average snowfall
2.24" 57mm
2.91" 74mm
2.56" 65mm
Average snowfall days
5.2
4.9
4.8
Average daylight
9h 4min
10h 0min
10h 5min
Average sunshine
6h 5min
6h 4min
7h 3min
Average sunshine days
21.6
22.2
19.7
Average UV index
2
2
2
Average cloud cover
24%
25%
23%
Average visibility
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km

Average temperature in January
Shiprock, NM

Average temperature in January - Shiprock, NM
  • Average high temperature in January: 38.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 23.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.7°F).

Average pressure in January
Shiprock, NM

Average pressure in January - Shiprock, NM
  • Average pressure in January: 30.22"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.22"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Shiprock, NM

Average wind speed in January - Shiprock, NM
  • Average wind speed in January: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (5.8mph).

Average humidity in January
Shiprock, NM

Average humidity in January - Shiprock, NM
  • Average humidity in January: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (70%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (22%).

Average rainfall in January
Shiprock, NM

Average rainfall in January - Shiprock, NM
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.42").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.35").

Average rainfall days in January
Shiprock, NM

Average rainfall days in January - Shiprock, NM
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (4.4 days).

Average snowfall in January
Shiprock, NM

Average snowfall in January - Shiprock, NM
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.91").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Shiprock, NM

Average snowfall days in January - Shiprock, NM
  • Average snowfall days in January: 4.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (5.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Shiprock, NM

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Shiprock, 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
Shiprock, NM

Average sunshine days in January - Shiprock, NM
  • Average sunshine days in January: 22.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (24.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Shiprock, NM

Average UV index in January - Shiprock, NM
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Shiprock, NM

Average cloud cover in January - Shiprock, NM
  • Average cloud cover in January: 25

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 25).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in January
Shiprock, NM

Average visibility in January - Shiprock, 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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