January weather forecast
Thoreau, NM

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is a wintry winter month in Thoreau, New Mexico, with temperature in the range of an average low of 21.7°F (-5.7°C) and an average high of 38.7°F (3.7°C).

Temperature

January, having an average high-temperature of 38.7°F (3.7°C) and an average low-temperature of 21.7°F (-5.7°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 69%.

Rainfall

In Thoreau, New Mexico, during January, the rain falls for 3.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 85.5 rainfall days, and 9.37" (238mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Thoreau are January through April, October through December. January is the month with the most snowfall in Thoreau. Snow falls for 6.3 days and accumulates 4.09" (104mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Thoreau, New Mexico, is 10h and 5min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:39 pm MST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 6.8h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Thoreau, New Mexico. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Thoreau?

The month of January sees the average lowest temperatures in Thoreau, New Mexico, reaching 38.7°F (3.7°C) at the peak and 21.7°F (-5.7°C) at the low.

How cold is January in Thoreau?

In Thoreau, in January, the average high-temperature is 38.7°F (3.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 21.7°F (-5.7°C).

What is the most humid month in Thoreau?

January is the most humid month in Thoreau, New Mexico, with an average relative humidity of 69%.

What is the average humidity in January in Thoreau?

In Thoreau, New Mexico, the average relative humidity in January is 69%.

How much does it rain in Thoreau in January?

In Thoreau, in January, during 3.8 rainfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Thoreau?

The month with the most snowfall in Thoreau is January, when snow falls for 6.3 days and typically aggregates up to 4.09" (104mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January in Thoreau?

In Thoreau, New Mexico, during January, snow falls for 6.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.09" (104mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Thoreau have in January?

In January, the average day length is 10h and 5min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Thoreau?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:39 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Thoreau?

The month with the least sunshine in Thoreau, New Mexico, is January, with an average of 6.8h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Thoreau have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 6.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Thoreau?

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

How high is the UV index in January in Thoreau?

In Thoreau, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Today
Tomorrow
Long-term
YearJanuaryFMAMJJASOND
Dec
January
Feb
Average high temperature
40.3°F 4.6°C
38.7°F 3.7°C
43.5°F 6.4°C
Average low temperature
23°F -5°C
21.7°F -5.7°C
26.1°F -3.3°C
Average pressure
30.12" 765mmHg
30.18" 767mmHg
30.06" 764mmHg
Average wind speed
8.4mph 13.5km/h
7.9mph 12.7km/h
9.3mph 15km/h
Average max. wind speed
9.3mph 15km/h
8.8mph 14.2km/h
10.3mph 16.6km/h
Average wind speed gusts
14mph 22.5km/h
13.4mph 21.6km/h
14.9mph 24km/h
Average humidity
64%
69%
61%
Average rainfall
0.63" 16mm
0.63" 16mm
0.59" 15mm
Average rainfall days
4.1
3.8
2.5
Average snowfall
3.11" 79mm
4.09" 104mm
2.95" 75mm
Average snowfall days
6.1
6.3
5.8
Average daylight
9h 5min
10h 1min
10h 5min
Average sunshine
6h 5min
6h 5min
7h 2min
Average sunshine days
22.3
22.4
20.6
Average UV index
2
2
2
Average cloud cover
24%
25%
24%
Average visibility
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km

Average temperature in January
Thoreau, NM

Average temperature in January - Thoreau, NM
  • Average high temperature in January: 38.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 21.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.7°F).

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Average pressure in January
Thoreau, NM

Average pressure in January - Thoreau, NM
  • Average pressure in January: 30.18"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.18"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April, May and June (29.89"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Thoreau, NM

Average wind speed in January - Thoreau, NM
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).

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Average humidity in January
Thoreau, NM

Average humidity in January - Thoreau, NM
  • Average humidity in January: 69%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (69%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (26%).

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Average rainfall in January
Thoreau, NM

Average rainfall in January - Thoreau, NM
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.77").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.35").

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Average rainfall days in January
Thoreau, NM

Average rainfall days in January - Thoreau, NM
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.5 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Thoreau, NM

Average snowfall in January - Thoreau, NM
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.09"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Thoreau, NM

Average snowfall days in January - Thoreau, NM
  • Average snowfall days in January: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.3 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
Thoreau, NM

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Thoreau, 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: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Thoreau, NM

Average sunshine days in January - Thoreau, NM
  • Average sunshine days in January: 22.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (24.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.5 days).

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Average UV index in January
Thoreau, NM

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

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

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Average cloud cover in January
Thoreau, NM

Average cloud cover in January - Thoreau, NM
  • Average cloud cover in January: 25

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 25).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and October (Cloud cover 12).

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Average visibility in January
Thoreau, NM

Average visibility in January - Thoreau, 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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