January weather forecast
Socorro, NM

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Weather in January

January, in Socorro, greets the New Year with a winter chill. Temperatures gradually begin to climb from December lows, however, the difference is relatively marginal. Snowfall is commonplace, painting the landscape with the soft white hue of winter. It's essential for residents and visitors to be equipped with warm clothing, for both the day's high and nighttime low. Interestingly, despite having 10.2 hours of daylight and 7.2 hours of sunshine, the temperature averages range from 29.8°F (-1.2°C) to 47.8°F (8.8°C).

Temperature

The coldest temperatures in Socorro occur during January, when averages reach a peak of 47.8°F (8.8°C) and a low of 29.8°F (-1.2°C).

Humidity

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 54%.

Rainfall

In Socorro, in January, during 5.1 rainfall days, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Socorro, during the entire year, the rain falls for 90.7 days and collects up to 9.8" (249mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Socorro, in January, during 1.8 snowfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Socorro, New Mexico, during the entire year, snow falls for 6.8 days and aggregates up to 4.33" (110mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Socorro is 10h and 11min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of January, in Socorro, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:36 pm MST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January in Socorro, New Mexico, is 7.2h.

UV index

In Socorro, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 during January translates into the following recommendations:
Stay alert. Light-skinned people could suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Socorro?

January, characterized by an average high temperature of 47.8°F (8.8°C) and a low temperature of 29.8°F (-1.2°C), is generally the coldest month.

What is the average January temperature in Socorro?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Socorro, is 47.8°F (8.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 29.8°F (-1.2°C).

What is the most humid month in Socorro?

With an average relative humidity of 54%, January is the most humid month in Socorro.

What is the average humidity in January in Socorro?

In Socorro, the average relative humidity in January is 54%.

How much does it rain in Socorro in January?

In Socorro, during January, the rain falls for 5.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Socorro?

In January, it is snowing for 1.8 days. Throughout January, 0.87" (22mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Socorro have in January?

In January, the average day length is 10h and 11min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Socorro?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, in Socorro, New Mexico, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:36 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Socorro have in January?

In Socorro, the average sunshine duration in January is 7.2h.

What is the UV index reading in January in Socorro?

In Socorro, New Mexico, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Socorro, NM

Average temperature in January - Socorro, NM
  • Average high temperature in January: 47.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 29.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.8°F).

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Average pressure in January
Socorro, NM

Average pressure in January - Socorro, NM
  • Average pressure in January: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April, May and June (29.88"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Socorro, NM

Average wind speed in January - Socorro, NM
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

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Average humidity in January
Socorro, NM

Average humidity in January - Socorro, NM
  • Average humidity in January: 54%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (54%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May and June (25%).

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Average rainfall in January
Socorro, NM

Average rainfall in January - Socorro, NM
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.47"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.73").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.39").

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Average rainfall days in January
Socorro, NM

Average rainfall days in January - Socorro, NM
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.6 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Socorro, NM

Average snowfall in January - Socorro, NM
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.46").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Socorro, NM

Average snowfall days in January - Socorro, NM
  • Average snowfall days in January: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (2.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • 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 6min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Socorro, NM

Average sunshine days in January - Socorro, NM
  • Average sunshine days in January: 24.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (25.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.7 days).

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Average UV index in January
Socorro, NM

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in January
Socorro, NM

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

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 19).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 11).

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Average visibility in January
Socorro, NM

Average visibility in January - Socorro, 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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