January weather forecastGrants, NM
January
Weather in January
The year kicks off with January in Grants, New Mexico, showcasing winter in its full splendor. A blend of chill and mild precipitation characterizes the month, with high temperatures barely exceeding 38.7°F (3.7°C) and lows dropping to a brisk 21.7°F (-5.7°C). The city frequently wakes to snow-covered streets, a sight only possible due to the increased snowfall that marks the start of the calendar year. Expect heavier layers of clothing during the day and a warm fireplace in the evening as frosty nights become a regular occurrence. With shorter daylight hours, this month is certainly not ideal for anyone seeking sun-soaked adventures.Temperature
January, having an average high-temperature of 38.7°F (3.7°C) and an average low-temperature of 21.7°F (-5.7°C), is the coldest month.Humidity
January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 69%.Rainfall
In Grants, during January, the rain falls for 3.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Grants, there are 85.5 rainfall days, and 9.37" (238mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. 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 January, the average length of the day is 10h and 7min.On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:38 pm MST.
Sunshine
With an average of 6.8h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in January interprets into the following recommendations:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Grants, 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
Grants, 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
Grants, 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
Grants, 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
Grants, 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
Grants, 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
Grants, 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
Grants, 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
Grants, NM
- Average daylight in January: 10h and 6min
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 48min
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
Grants, 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
Grants, 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
Grants, 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
Grants, 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).
