January weather forecast
Raton, NM

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is a wintry winter month in Raton, New Mexico, with an average temperature varying between 21.4°F (-5.9°C) and 40.8°F (4.9°C).

Temperature

In Raton, New Mexico, the average high-temperature in January is relatively the same as in December - a still wintry 40.8°F (4.9°C). In Raton, New Mexico, the average low-temperature is 21.4°F (-5.9°C).

Humidity

January is the most humid month in Raton, with an average relative humidity of 62%.

Rainfall

In Raton, during 3.3 rainfall days, 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Raton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 93.8 days and collects up to 12.32" (313mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In Raton, during 7.4 snowfall days, 3.43" (87mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Raton, there are 40.2 snowfall days, and 24.41" (620mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Raton, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 58min.
On the first day of January in Raton, New Mexico, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 5:21 pm MST.

Sunshine

January and February, with an average of 7h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Raton are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in January transform into the following instructions:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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FAQ

What is the temperature in January in Raton?

The average high-temperature, in January, is 40.8°F (4.9°C), while the average low-temperature is 21.4°F (-5.9°C).

What is the most humid month in Raton?

January is the most humid month in Raton, New Mexico, with an average relative humidity of 62%.

What is the average humidity in January in Raton?

The average relative humidity in January in Raton is 62%.

How much does it rain in Raton in January?

In Raton, New Mexico, in January, during 3.3 rainfall days, 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Raton?

In January, in Raton, New Mexico, it is snowing for 7.4 days. Throughout January, 3.43" (87mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

The average day length in January is 9h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Raton?

On the first day of January in Raton, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 5:21 pm MST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Raton?

The months with the least sunshine are January and February, with an average of 7h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Raton have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January in Raton is 7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Raton?

The months with the lowest UV index in Raton, New Mexico, are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in January in Raton?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Raton is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Dec
January
Feb
Average high temperature
40.1°F 4.5°C
40.8°F 4.9°C
43.2°F 6.2°C
Average low temperature
21°F -6.1°C
21.4°F -5.9°C
22.8°F -5.1°C
Average pressure
30.09" 764mmHg
30.12" 765mmHg
30.04" 763mmHg
Average wind speed
7.5mph 12.1km/h
7.5mph 12.1km/h
8.7mph 14km/h
Average max. wind speed
8.3mph 13.4km/h
8.2mph 13.2km/h
9.8mph 15.8km/h
Average wind speed gusts
13mph 20.9km/h
12.9mph 20.8km/h
13.8mph 22.2km/h
Average humidity
61%
62%
59%
Average rainfall
0.51" 13mm
0.43" 11mm
0.55" 14mm
Average rainfall days
4.6
3.3
3.5
Average snowfall
3.39" 86mm
3.43" 87mm
4.17" 106mm
Average snowfall days
6.8
7.4
7.8
Average daylight
9h 41min
9h 58min
10h 52min
Average sunshine
7h 6min
7h 0min
7h 0min
Average sunshine days
22.8
22.3
19.4
Average UV index
2
2
2
Average cloud cover
19%
18%
20%
Average visibility
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km

Average temperature in January
Raton, NM

Average temperature in January - Raton, NM
  • Average high temperature in January: 40.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (40.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 21.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (21°F).

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Average pressure in January
Raton, NM

Average pressure in January - Raton, 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 April (29.87"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Raton, NM

Average wind speed in January - Raton, NM
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.4mph).

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Average humidity in January
Raton, NM

Average humidity in January - Raton, NM
  • Average humidity in January: 62%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (62%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (41%).

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Average rainfall in January
Raton, NM

Average rainfall in January - Raton, NM
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.6").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.39").

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Average rainfall days in January
Raton, NM

Average rainfall days in January - Raton, NM
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.7 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Raton, NM

Average snowfall in January - Raton, NM
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Raton, NM

Average snowfall days in January - Raton, NM
  • Average snowfall days in January: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Raton, NM
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 58min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 39min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 41min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 7h

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 7h).

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Average sunshine days in January
Raton, NM

Average sunshine days in January - Raton, NM
  • Average sunshine days in January: 22.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (24.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.9 days).

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Average UV index in January
Raton, NM

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in January
Raton, NM

Average cloud cover in January - Raton, NM
  • Average cloud cover in January: 18

The months with the most cloud cover are February, April and July (Cloud cover 20).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, October and November (Cloud cover 14).

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Average visibility in January
Raton, NM

Average visibility in January - Raton, 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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