January weather forecast
Thoreau, NM

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is an icy winter month in Thoreau, New Mexico, with temperature in the range of an average high of 38.7°F (3.7°C) and an average low of 21.7°F (-5.7°C).

Temperature

In Thoreau, January is the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a high of 38.7°F (3.7°C) and a low of 21.7°F (-5.7°C).

Humidity

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 69%.

Rainfall

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

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 6.3 days and typically aggregates up to 4.09" (104mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Thoreau, the average length of the day in January is 10h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:39 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during January, leads to the following recommendations:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jul 15, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

In Thoreau, January registers the lowest temperatures, averaging 38.7°F (3.7°C) at the peak and 21.7°F (-5.7°C) at the lowest.

How cold is January?

In Thoreau, 38.7°F (3.7°C) is the average high-temperature and 21.7°F (-5.7°C) is the average low-temperature during January.

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in January?

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

How many days does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 3.8 days. Throughout January, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 6.3 days and typically aggregates up to 4.09" (104mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in January?

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

What is the average length of the day in January?

In January, the average day length is 10h and 5min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Thoreau?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, in Thoreau, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:39 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 6.8h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Thoreau have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 6.8h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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 January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Thoreau, NM

Average temperature in January - Thoreau, 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
Thoreau, NM

Average pressure in January - Thoreau, 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
Thoreau, NM

Average wind speed in January - Thoreau, 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
Thoreau, NM

Average humidity in January - Thoreau, 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
Thoreau, NM

Average rainfall in January - Thoreau, 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
Thoreau, NM

Average rainfall days in January - Thoreau, 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
Thoreau, NM

Average snowfall in January - Thoreau, 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
Thoreau, NM

Average snowfall days in January - Thoreau, 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
Thoreau, NM

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

Average sunshine days in January - Thoreau, 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
Thoreau, NM

Average UV index in January - Thoreau, 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
Thoreau, NM

Average cloud cover in January - Thoreau, 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
Thoreau, NM

Average visibility in January - Thoreau, 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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