January weather forecastCarlsbad, NM
January
Weather in January
January is typically a brisk and crisp month in Carlsbad, New Mexico. Carlsbad's residents should expect sunshine to linger for an average of about 7.2 hours per day, providing the city with a crisp, bright start to the new year. The temperatures span from 37.2°F (2.9°C) at the low end to a high near 56.5°F (13.6°C) during the day. Despite the comparatively shorter days, the winter season brings with it a unique tranquility that can only be found during this time of the year. The first month of the year sets a serene tone, making January a mesmerizing period of weather transitions in Carlsbad.Temperature
Carlsbad registers an average high-temperature of a still refreshing 56.5°F (13.6°C) at the commencement of January, closely related to the preceding month. Carlsbad in January experiences a low-temperature average of 37.2°F (2.9°C).Humidity
In January, the average relative humidity is 43%.Rainfall
In Carlsbad, New Mexico, in January, it is raining for 3 days, with typically 0.24" (6mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Carlsbad, during the entire year, the rain falls for 78.1 days and collects up to 9.72" (247mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Carlsbad, in January, during 1.3 snowfall days, 0.35" (9mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 4.8 snowfall days, and 2.17" (55mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Carlsbad, New Mexico, the average length of the day in January is 10h and 19min.On the first day of January, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 5:28 pm MST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in January is 7.2h.UV index
In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 in January interprets into the following recommendations:
Take care. Persons with lighter skin might suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Carlsbad, NM
- Average high temperature in January: 56.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (95°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (56.3°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 37.2°F
The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (74.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (37.2°F).
Average pressure in January
Carlsbad, NM
- Average pressure in January: 30.12"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).
Average wind speed in January
Carlsbad, NM
- Average wind speed in January: 8.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January and December (8.4mph).
Average humidity in January
Carlsbad, NM
- Average humidity in January: 43%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (48%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (26%).
Average rainfall in January
Carlsbad, NM
- Average rainfall in January: 0.24"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (1.85").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.16").
Average rainfall days in January
Carlsbad, NM
- Average rainfall days in January: 3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.4 days).
Average snowfall in January
Carlsbad, NM
- Average snowfall in January: 0.35"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.67").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Carlsbad, NM
- Average snowfall days in January: 1.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (1.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Carlsbad, NM
- Average daylight in January: 10h and 18min
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 12min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in January
Carlsbad, NM
- Average sunshine days in January: 26.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (26.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (14.3 days).
Average UV index in January
Carlsbad, NM
- Average UV index in January: 4
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in January
Carlsbad, NM
- Average cloud cover in January: 16
The months with the most cloud cover are September and December (Cloud cover 19).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 11).
Average visibility in January
Carlsbad, 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).
