January weather forecast
Ruidoso Downs, NM

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Ruidoso Downs, New Mexico, is another chilly winter month, with an average temperature varying between 45.5°F (7.5°C) and 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Temperature

In January, Ruidoso Downs notes an average high-temperature of a still chilly 45.5°F (7.5°C), hardly different from the preceding month. Ruidoso Downs reports a consistent average low-temperature of 27.3°F (-2.6°C) throughout January nights.

Humidity

In Ruidoso Downs, New Mexico, the average relative humidity in January is 53%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall in Ruidoso Downs, New Mexico, is January, when the rain falls for 2.8 days and typically collects 0.28" (7mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Ruidoso Downs are January through May, October through December. In Ruidoso Downs, New Mexico, in January, snow falls for 4.6 days, with typically accumulated 1.81" (46mm) of snow. In Ruidoso Downs, during the entire year, snow falls for 19.1 days and aggregates up to 11.26" (286mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Ruidoso Downs, the average length of the day in January is 10h and 14min.
On the first day of January in Ruidoso Downs, New Mexico, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 5:32 pm MST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Ruidoso Downs is 7.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Ruidoso Downs are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during January leads to these advisories:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What are January temperatures in Ruidoso Downs?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Ruidoso Downs, New Mexico, during January are 45.5°F (7.5°C) and 27.3°F (-2.6°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January in Ruidoso Downs?

The average relative humidity in January in Ruidoso Downs is 53%.

What is the driest month in Ruidoso Downs?

The month with the least rainfall in Ruidoso Downs is January, when the rain falls for 2.8 days and typically collects 0.28" (7mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in Ruidoso Downs?

In Ruidoso Downs, in January, it is raining for 2.8 days, with typically 0.28" (7mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Ruidoso Downs?

In Ruidoso Downs, in January, during 4.6 snowfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Ruidoso Downs have in January?

In January, the average day length in Ruidoso Downs, New Mexico, is 10h and 14min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Ruidoso Downs?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, in Ruidoso Downs, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 5:32 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Ruidoso Downs?

The average sunshine duration in January in Ruidoso Downs, New Mexico, is 7.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Ruidoso Downs?

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Ruidoso Downs.

What is the UV index reading in January in Ruidoso Downs?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Ruidoso Downs, NM

Average temperature in January - Ruidoso Downs, NM
  • Average high temperature in January: 45.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (45.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 27.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.3°F).

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Average pressure in January
Ruidoso Downs, NM

Average pressure in January - Ruidoso Downs, 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 June (29.85"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Ruidoso Downs, NM

Average wind speed in January - Ruidoso Downs, NM
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

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Average humidity in January
Ruidoso Downs, NM

Average humidity in January - Ruidoso Downs, NM
  • Average humidity in January: 53%

The months with the highest relative humidity are September and December (56%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (30%).

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Average rainfall in January
Ruidoso Downs, NM

Average rainfall in January - Ruidoso Downs, NM
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.53").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.28").

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Average rainfall days in January
Ruidoso Downs, NM

Average rainfall days in January - Ruidoso Downs, NM
  • Average rainfall days in January: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (21.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.4 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Ruidoso Downs, NM

Average snowfall in January - Ruidoso Downs, NM
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.81"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Ruidoso Downs, NM

Average snowfall days in January - Ruidoso Downs, NM
  • Average snowfall days in January: 4.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (5.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Ruidoso Downs, NM

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

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: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Ruidoso Downs, NM

Average sunshine days in January - Ruidoso Downs, NM
  • Average sunshine days in January: 25.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (25.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.2 days).

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Average UV index in January
Ruidoso Downs, NM

Average UV index in January - Ruidoso Downs, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in January
Ruidoso Downs, NM

Average cloud cover in January - Ruidoso Downs, NM
  • Average cloud cover in January: 16

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 21).
The months with the least cloud cover are May and June (Cloud cover 12).

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Average visibility in January
Ruidoso Downs, NM

Average visibility in January - Ruidoso Downs, 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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