January weather forecast
El Paso, TX

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A night view of the lit beautiful vast city of El Paso in Texas
A night view of the lit beautiful vast city of El Paso in Texas

Weather in January

Heading into the first month of the year, El Paso, Texas, begins to experience a slight transition from the chill of winter into an early hint of spring. The temperature fluctuates between dips into the frigid 37.6°F (3.1°C) at night and climbs up to more manageable 54.9°F (12.7°C) during the day. This variation in temperature invites a moderate level of humidity, showing a substantial increase from the preceding month. The amount of rain and snow witnessed is minimal, allowing locals to enjoy outdoor activities without too many weather-induced disruptions. With ample sunshine and longer daylight hours gliding in, January brings about brighter days setting the stage for the months to follow.

Temperature

The arrival of January in El Paso brings an average high-temperature of a still fresh 54.9°F (12.7°C), nearly identical to December's 54.5°F (12.5°C). In January, the nighttime temperature in El Paso lowers to an average of 37.6°F (3.1°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 44%.

Rainfall

In El Paso, during January, the rain falls for 3.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.24" (6mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in El Paso, there are 69.4 rainfall days, and 7.52" (191mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January, February, November and December. In El Paso, during January, snow falls for 0.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 1.9 snowfall days, and 1.1" (28mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 10h and 21min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of January, in El Paso, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 5:38 pm MST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in El Paso is 7.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in El Paso are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests these recommendations:
Undertake precautions - It is suggested to shield oneself from sunburn. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average January temperature in El Paso?

The high-temperature during January is 54.9°F (12.7°C) and the low-temperature is 37.6°F (3.1°C).

What is the average humidity in January in El Paso?

The average relative humidity in January in El Paso, Texas, is 44%.

How many days does it rain in January in El Paso?

In El Paso, Texas, during January, the rain falls for 3.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.24" (6mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in El Paso in January?

In El Paso, Texas, in January, snow falls for 0.3 days, with typically accumulated 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does El Paso have in January?

The average day length in January is 10h and 21min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in El Paso?

On the first day of January in El Paso, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 5:38 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does El Paso have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January in El Paso, Texas, is 7.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in El Paso?

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index in El Paso, Texas.

What is the UV index reading in January in El Paso?

In El Paso, Texas, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
El Paso, TX

Average temperature in January - El Paso, TX
  • Average high temperature in January: 54.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (94.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (54.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 37.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (75.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (37.6°F).

Average pressure in January
El Paso, TX

Average pressure in January - El Paso, TX
  • Average pressure in January: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.82"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
El Paso, TX

Average wind speed in January - El Paso, TX
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (6.5mph).

Average humidity in January
El Paso, TX

Average humidity in January - El Paso, TX
  • Average humidity in January: 44%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (48%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (22%).

Average rainfall in January
El Paso, TX

Average rainfall in January - El Paso, TX
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.12").

Average rainfall days in January
El Paso, TX

Average rainfall days in January - El Paso, TX
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.5 days).

Average snowfall in January
El Paso, TX

Average snowfall in January - El Paso, TX
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.55").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
El Paso, TX

Average snowfall days in January - El Paso, TX
  • Average snowfall days in January: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (0.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
El Paso, TX

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - El Paso, TX
  • Average daylight in January: 10h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
El Paso, TX

Average sunshine days in January - El Paso, TX
  • Average sunshine days in January: 27.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (27.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (12.8 days).

Average UV index in January
El Paso, TX

Average UV index in January - El Paso, TX
  • Average UV index in January: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in January
El Paso, TX

Average cloud cover in January - El Paso, TX
  • Average cloud cover in January: 15

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 18).
The months with the least cloud cover are May and June (Cloud cover 9).

Average visibility in January
El Paso, TX

Average visibility in January - El Paso, TX
  • 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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