January weather forecast
Hobbs, NM

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Weather in January

Hobbs, New Mexico experiences a colder climate in January as the New Year arrives. With less sunshine and daylight hours, this month lays the stage for frosty, brisk mornings and chilly evenings. With an average maximum snowfall of 0.31" (8mm), it is the third snowiest month of the year. Mostly clear skies and compelling relative humidity levels pave the way for excellent visibility. Moving from January to February, Hobbs witnesses an elevation in atmospheric conditions, thus anticipating a slightly warmer climate.

Temperature

In Hobbs, the month of January registers the lowest temperatures, averaging 53.6°F (12°C) at the peak and 36.1°F (2.3°C) at the lowest.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 46%.

Rainfall

In Hobbs, in January, during 2.9 rainfall days, 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Hobbs, during the entire year, the rain falls for 81.7 days and collects up to 11.5" (292mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, October through December are months with snowfall in Hobbs. In January, it is snowing for 1.7 days. Throughout January, 0.31" (8mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 7.1 snowfall days, and 3.11" (79mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 10h and 17min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 5:23 pm MST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Hobbs is 7.1h.

UV index

In Hobbs, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 during January translates into the following recommendations:
Heed the precautions - Suggestions to avoid sunburn are made. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Hobbs?

January tends to be the coldest month in Hobbs, New Mexico, with temperatures averaging a daily high of 53.6°F (12°C) and a low of 36.1°F (2.3°C).

What are the temperatures in Hobbs in January?

In Hobbs, in January, the average high-temperature is 53.6°F (12°C), and the average low-temperature is 36.1°F (2.3°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Hobbs?

In Hobbs, the average relative humidity in January is 46%.

How much does it rain in Hobbs in January?

In January, the rain falls for 2.9 days. Throughout January, 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Hobbs?

In January, in Hobbs, New Mexico, it is snowing for 1.7 days. Throughout January, 0.31" (8mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January in Hobbs?

In January, the average day length is 10h and 17min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Hobbs?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, in Hobbs, New Mexico, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 5:23 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Hobbs?

The average sunshine duration in January in Hobbs is 7.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Hobbs?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Hobbs, New Mexico, is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Feb
Average high temperature
53.8°F 12.1°C
53.6°F 12°C
59°F 15°C
Average low temperature
37°F 2.8°C
36.1°F 2.3°C
39.4°F 4.1°C
Average pressure
30.09" 764mmHg
30.13" 765mmHg
30.04" 763mmHg
Average wind speed
10.1mph 16.3km/h
10.1mph 16.3km/h
11mph 17.7km/h
Average max. wind speed
11mph 17.7km/h
11mph 17.7km/h
12.1mph 19.5km/h
Average wind speed gusts
16.6mph 26.7km/h
16.7mph 26.9km/h
17.3mph 27.8km/h
Average humidity
51%
46%
42%
Average rainfall
0.51" 13mm
0.35" 9mm
0.24" 6mm
Average rainfall days
4.5
2.9
2.7
Average snowfall
1.22" 31mm
0.31" 8mm
0.83" 21mm
Average snowfall days
1.9
1.7
1.8
Average daylight
10h 0min
10h 2min
11h 0min
Average sunshine
6h 5min
7h 1min
7h 0min
Average sunshine days
25.4
27.1
24
Average UV index
2
3
4
Average cloud cover
21%
16%
17%
Average visibility
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km

Average temperature in January
Hobbs, NM

Average temperature in January - Hobbs, NM
  • Average high temperature in January: 53.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (92.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (53.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 36.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.1°F).

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Average pressure in January
Hobbs, NM

Average pressure in January - Hobbs, NM
  • Average pressure in January: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Hobbs, NM

Average wind speed in January - Hobbs, NM
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (13.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January and December (10.1mph).

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Average humidity in January
Hobbs, NM

Average humidity in January - Hobbs, NM
  • Average humidity in January: 46%

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (53%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (32%).

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Average rainfall in January
Hobbs, NM

Average rainfall in January - Hobbs, NM
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (2.2").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.24").

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Average rainfall days in January
Hobbs, NM

Average rainfall days in January - Hobbs, NM
  • Average rainfall days in January: 2.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (12.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.7 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Hobbs, NM

Average snowfall in January - Hobbs, NM
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.22").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Hobbs, NM

Average snowfall days in January - Hobbs, NM
  • Average snowfall days in January: 1.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (1.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Hobbs, NM
  • Average daylight in January: 10h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • 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: 6h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Hobbs, NM

Average sunshine days in January - Hobbs, NM
  • Average sunshine days in January: 27.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (27.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (15.4 days).

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Average UV index in January
Hobbs, NM

Average UV index in January - Hobbs, NM
  • Average UV index in January: 3

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 2).

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Average cloud cover in January
Hobbs, NM

Average cloud cover in January - Hobbs, NM
  • Average cloud cover in January: 16

The month with the most cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 22).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 12).

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Average visibility in January
Hobbs, NM

Average visibility in January - Hobbs, 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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