January weather forecast
Rio Rancho, NM

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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 in Rio Rancho during this month.

Temperature

With average high temperatures of 43.2°F (6.2°C) and lows of 27°F (-2.8°C), January is the coldest month.

Humidity

The most humid month in Rio Rancho is January, with an average relative humidity of 62%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 4.8 days. Throughout January, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Rio Rancho, during the entire year, the rain falls for 80.6 days and collects up to 6.97" (177mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Rio Rancho. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 4.2 days and typically aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 10h and 6min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:33 pm MST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 7.1h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Rio Rancho are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Rio Rancho?

Rio Rancho's temperature records reveal January as the coldest month, marked by average highs of 43.2°F (6.2°C) and lows of 27°F (-2.8°C).

How cold is January in Rio Rancho?

In Rio Rancho, 43.2°F (6.2°C) is the average high-temperature and 27°F (-2.8°C) is the average low-temperature during January.

What is the most humid month in Rio Rancho?

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 62%.

What is the average humidity in January in Rio Rancho?

In January, the average relative humidity in Rio Rancho is 62%.

How much does it rain in Rio Rancho in January?

In Rio Rancho, in January, during 4.8 rainfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Rio Rancho?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 4.2 days and typically aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January in Rio Rancho?

In January, in Rio Rancho, New Mexico, it is snowing for 4.2 days. Throughout January, 3.15" (80mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January in Rio Rancho?

In January, the average day length is 10h and 6min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Rio Rancho?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, in Rio Rancho, New Mexico, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:33 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Rio Rancho?

The months with the least sunshine in Rio Rancho are January and December, with an average of 7.1h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Rio Rancho have in January?

In Rio Rancho, New Mexico, the average sunshine duration in January is 7.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Rio Rancho?

The months with the lowest UV index in Rio Rancho, New Mexico, are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in January in Rio Rancho?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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YearJanuaryFMAMJJASOND
Dec
January
Feb
Average high temperature
43.7°F 6.5°C
43.2°F 6.2°C
48.7°F 9.3°C
Average low temperature
27.1°F -2.7°C
27°F -2.8°C
30.4°F -0.9°C
Average pressure
30.11" 765mmHg
30.16" 766mmHg
30.06" 764mmHg
Average wind speed
6.4mph 10.3km/h
6.5mph 10.5km/h
7.5mph 12.1km/h
Average max. wind speed
7.1mph 11.4km/h
7.2mph 11.6km/h
8.4mph 13.5km/h
Average wind speed gusts
10.8mph 17.4km/h
11.1mph 17.9km/h
11.8mph 19km/h
Average humidity
59%
62%
53%
Average rainfall
0.59" 15mm
0.59" 15mm
0.43" 11mm
Average rainfall days
5.5
4.8
4.6
Average snowfall
2.01" 51mm
3.15" 80mm
2.01" 51mm
Average snowfall days
4.4
4.2
3.3
Average daylight
9h 5min
10h 1min
10h 5min
Average sunshine
7h 1min
7h 1min
7h 2min
Average sunshine days
23.2
23.6
21.1
Average UV index
2
2
3
Average cloud cover
20%
18%
18%
Average visibility
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km

Average temperature in January
Rio Rancho, NM

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).

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Average pressure in January
Rio Rancho, NM

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).

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Average wind speed in January
Rio Rancho, NM

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).

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Average humidity in January
Rio Rancho, NM

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%).

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Average rainfall in January
Rio Rancho, NM

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").

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Average rainfall days in January
Rio Rancho, NM

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).

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Average snowfall in January
Rio Rancho, NM

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").

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Average snowfall days in January
Rio Rancho, NM

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).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Rio Rancho, NM

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Rio Rancho, NM
  • Average daylight in January: 10h and 1min

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 1min

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).

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Average sunshine days in January
Rio Rancho, NM

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).

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Average UV index in January
Rio Rancho, NM

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).

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Average cloud cover in January
Rio Rancho, NM

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).

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Average visibility in January
Rio Rancho, NM

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).

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