January weather - Winter 2024

Weather in January
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Average pressure in January
Average wind speed in January
Average humidity in January
Average rainfall in January
Average rainfall days in January
Average snowfall in January
Average snowfall days in January
Average daylight in January
Average sunshine in January
Average sunshine days in January
Average UV index in January
Average cloud cover in January
Average visibility in January

Beautiful sunset over the St. Francis of Assisi Basilica in Santa Fe, New Mexico

Weather in January

Santa Fe, New Mexico embraces the new year with quite brisk temperatures and an assurance of winter wonder. The lower temperatures promise the possibility of snowfall with 4.88" of snow typically seen over 7.3 days. Comparatively, January tends to be chillier and snowier than the subsequent month of February. The city experiences a rather high percentage of cloud cover, laying a shroud of grey overhead, while lower daylight hours, averaging 10.1 hours, contribute to the innate austerity of winter. Yet, despite the cold, January unveils a charm unique to Santa Fe's slim, snowy streets and crisp, winter air.

Temperature

With average temperatures fluctuating between a high of 39.2°F and a low of 21.9°F, January stands out as the coldest month.

Humidity

January is the most humid month in Santa Fe, with an average relative humidity of 67%.

Rainfall

In Santa Fe, in January, during 6.3 rainfall days, 0.63" of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 90.3 rainfall days, and 9.8" of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Santa Fe. In Santa Fe, during January, snow falls for 7.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.88" of snow. In Santa Fe, during the entire year, snow falls for 36 days and aggregates up to 22.68" of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Santa Fe is 10h and 4min.
On the first day of January in Santa Fe, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:30 pm MST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.

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FAQ

What are the coldest months in Santa Fe?

January, known for its average high temperature of 39.2°F and an average low temperature of 21.9°F, is the coldest month in Santa Fe.

How cold is January in Santa Fe?

The high-temperature during January is 39.2°F and the low-temperature is 21.9°F.

What is the most humid month in Santa Fe?

With an average relative humidity of 67%, January is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in January in Santa Fe?

In January, the average relative humidity in Santa Fe, New Mexico, is 67%.

How many days does it rain in January in Santa Fe?

In Santa Fe, New Mexico, in January, during 6.3 rainfall days, 0.63" of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Santa Fe?

In Santa Fe, in January, during 7.3 snowfall days, 4.88" of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Santa Fe have in January?

In January, the average day length in Santa Fe, New Mexico, is 10h and 4min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Santa Fe?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, in Santa Fe, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:30 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Santa Fe?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Santa Fe have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January in Santa Fe is 7.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Santa Fe?

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

What is the UV index reading in January in Santa Fe?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Santa Fe, New Mexico, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Long-term

Year January F M A M J J A S O N D

Dec

January

Feb

Average high temperature

39.7°F

39.2°F

43.2°F

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

7.6mph

7.4mph

8.3mph

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

21.2

21.9

17.8

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

21%

20%

Average visibility

6mi

Average temperature in January
Santa Fe, NM

Average high temperature in January: 39.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.2°F).

Average low temperature in January: 21.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (21.6°F).

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Average pressure in January
Santa Fe, NM

Average pressure in January: 30.16"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.88"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Santa Fe, NM

Average wind speed in January: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).

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Average humidity in January
Santa Fe, NM

Average humidity in January: 67%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (67%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (32%).

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Average rainfall in January
Santa Fe, NM

Average rainfall in January: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.73").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.55").

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Average rainfall days in January
Santa Fe, NM

Average rainfall days in January: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.4 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Santa Fe, NM

Average snowfall in January: 4.88"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (5.71").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Santa Fe, NM

Average snowfall days in January: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (7.9 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
Santa Fe, 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 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Santa Fe, NM

Average sunshine days in January: 21.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.8 days).

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Average UV index in January
Santa Fe, 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
Santa Fe, NM

Average cloud cover in January: 20

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 21).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 10).

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Average visibility in January
Santa Fe, 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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January weather forecast
Santa Fe, NM

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