January weather forecast
Vallecitos, NM

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Vallecitos, New Mexico, is a wintry winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 12.2°F (-11°C) and 33.1°F (0.6°C).

Temperature

During the coldest month, January, temperatures average a high of 33.1°F (0.6°C) and a low of 12.2°F (-11°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 80%, January is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 5.3 days. Throughout January, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Vallecitos, there are 105.1 rainfall days, and 10.67" (271mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Vallecitos are January through May, October through December. In Vallecitos, New Mexico, in January, during 10 snowfall days, 3.94" (100mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Vallecitos, during the entire year, snow falls for 49.7 days and aggregates up to 21.69" (551mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 10h and 1min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:28 pm MST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 6.6h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in January interprets into the following recommendations:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

January is the coldest month, exhibiting average temperatures of 33.1°F (0.6°C) at the peak and 12.2°F (-11°C) at the base.

How cold is it in January?

In Vallecitos, in January, the average high-temperature is 33.1°F (0.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 12.2°F (-11°C).

What is the most humid month?

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in January?

In Vallecitos, the average relative humidity in January is 80%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 5.3 days. Throughout January, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Vallecitos?

In Vallecitos, during January, snow falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.94" (100mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Vallecitos have in January?

The average day length in January is 10h and 1min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:28 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 6.6h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in January?

In Vallecitos, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
Average daylight
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Vallecitos, NM

Average temperature in January - Vallecitos, NM
  • Average high temperature in January: 33.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 12.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (49.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.2°F).

Average pressure in January
Vallecitos, NM

Average pressure in January - Vallecitos, NM
  • Average pressure in January: 30.15"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Vallecitos, NM

Average wind speed in January - Vallecitos, NM
  • Average wind speed in January: 5.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.8mph).

Average humidity in January
Vallecitos, NM

Average humidity in January - Vallecitos, NM
  • Average humidity in January: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (40%).

Average rainfall in January
Vallecitos, NM

Average rainfall in January - Vallecitos, NM
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.6").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.43").

Average rainfall days in January
Vallecitos, NM

Average rainfall days in January - Vallecitos, NM
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.6 days).

Average snowfall in January
Vallecitos, NM

Average snowfall in January - Vallecitos, NM
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.94"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.92").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Vallecitos, NM

Average snowfall days in January - Vallecitos, NM
  • Average snowfall days in January: 10 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Vallecitos, 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: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Vallecitos, NM

Average sunshine days in January - Vallecitos, NM
  • Average sunshine days in January: 20.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.7 days).

Average UV index in January
Vallecitos, NM

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Vallecitos, NM

Average cloud cover in January - Vallecitos, NM
  • Average cloud cover in January: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 31).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in January
Vallecitos, NM

Average visibility in January - Vallecitos, NM
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (5mi).

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