January · United States
Best time to visit Santa Fe in January Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Santa Fe in January
Average temperature 0°C, 18 mm of rain, about 8 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 61% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
January score
6.0/10
Ranked #12 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 0°C
- Rainfall
- 18 mm
- Humidity
- 61%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 8
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
January in Santa Fe scores 6.0/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #12 of 12. Expect around 0°C, 18 mm of rain, and roughly 8 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Santa Fe's adobe architecture, art galleries and green-chile cooking define the American Southwest.
January in Santa Fe: mixed conditions, plan around the weather
January averages 0°C (32°F), cold enough that sightseeing works in bursts rather than in one long day on foot.
Precipitation is light at 18 mm (mostly snow at altitude), with about 8 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 9.8 hours of daylight.
It scores 6/10 here, 12th of 12 months, against 9.9/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack insulated layers, a windproof shell, gloves and boots with grip.
Plan for low-season pricing, with crowds are light for this destination.
Flexible dates? September scores 3.9 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Santa Fe in January?
- In January, Santa Fe averages 0°C, 18 mm of rain, and about 8 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.0/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Santa Fe?
- January earns a 6.0/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Santa Fe in January?
- Expect about 18 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 61% and there are about 8 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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