January weather forecastRio Rancho, NM
January
Weather in January
In Rio Rancho, New Mexico, January signifies the height of winter with low temperatures and substantial snowfall. As the coldest month, it experiences average low temperatures of 27°F (-2.8°C) and a snowfall of 3.15" (80mm). With the chilly conditions, the length of daylight is also comparably shorter, limiting outdoor activities primarily to the daytime. Despite the low temperatures, the relative humidity remains moderately low, leading to drier conditions. Snow-capped landscapes and cool winds make for a classic winter scene during this month.Temperature
Rio Rancho's coldest weather arrives in January, when temperatures average a high of 43.2°F (6.2°C) and a low of 27°F (-2.8°C).Humidity
January is the most humid month in Rio Rancho, with an average relative humidity of 62%.Rainfall
In Rio Rancho, in January, it is raining for 4.8 days, with typically 0.59" (15mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 80.6 rainfall days, and 6.97" (177mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 4.2 days and accumulates 3.15" (80mm) of snow.Daylight
In January, the average length of the day is 10h and 6min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:33 pm MST.
Sunshine
January and December, with an average of 7.1h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.UV index
January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The UV index of 2 in January translates into these instructions:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Rio Rancho, NM
- Average high temperature in January: 43.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.2°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 27°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).
Average pressure in January
Rio Rancho, NM
- Average pressure in January: 30.16"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April and May (29.89"Hg).
Average wind speed in January
Rio Rancho, NM
- Average wind speed in January: 6.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).
Average humidity in January
Rio Rancho, 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 (27%).
Average rainfall in January
Rio Rancho, NM
- Average rainfall in January: 0.59"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.14").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are March, April, May and June (0.35").
Average rainfall days in January
Rio Rancho, NM
- Average rainfall days in January: 4.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.6 days).
Average snowfall in January
Rio Rancho, NM
- Average snowfall in January: 3.15"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Rio Rancho, NM
- Average snowfall days in January: 4.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (4.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Rio Rancho, 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: 7h and 6min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in January
Rio Rancho, NM
- Average sunshine days in January: 23.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (25 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.8 days).
Average UV index in January
Rio Rancho, NM
- Average UV index in January: 2
The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in January
Rio Rancho, NM
- Average cloud cover in January: 18
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 20).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 10).
Average visibility in January
Rio Rancho, 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).
