January Rainfall and Precipitation in New Mexico
Average rainfall, rainy days and the driest cities in New Mexico, the United States of America in January.
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Monthly precipitation
0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet
Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in January: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.
New Mexico precipitation in January: frequently asked questions
How much snow/rainfall does New Mexico, the United States of America receive in January?
Rainfall in Taos during January is on the lighter side, averaging about 17 mm (0.7 in). Expect predominantly dry weather punctuated by short showers.
How many days does it rain in New Mexico, the United States of America in January?
Rainfall in Taos typically falls on roughly 6 days days in January.
Is January part of the rainy season in New Mexico, the United States of America?
No. January sits outside the typical rainy season in New Mexico, the United States of America, so you can expect drier conditions overall.
What is the wettest city in January in New Mexico, the United States of America?
Looking at our data, Taos Ski Valley tops the wettest-cities list in New Mexico, the United States of America for January, with monthly snowfall averaging 59 mm (2.3 in).
What is the driest city in January in New Mexico, the United States of America?
In our records, Socorro stands out as the driest city in New Mexico, the United States of America for January, averaging just 6 mm (0.2 in).
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