January weather forecast
Alakanuk, AK

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is an extremely cold winter month in Alakanuk, Alaska, with an average temperature fluctuating between 5.9°F (-14.5°C) and 13.1°F (-10.5°C).

Temperature

January is Alakanuk's coldest month, registering average high temperatures of 13.1°F (-10.5°C) and lows of 5.9°F (-14.5°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 92%, January is the most humid month in Alakanuk.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 3.3 days. Throughout January, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 113.9 rainfall days, and 13.46" (342mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Alakanuk, during January, snow falls for 13.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.39" (86mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 88.6 snowfall days, and 19.76" (502mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 6h and 8min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 11:29 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 10:30 am and sunset at 5:52 pm AKST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Alakanuk are January and December, with an average of 2.3h of sunshine.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 1 in January translates into this advice:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

In Alakanuk, January registers the lowest temperatures, averaging 13.1°F (-10.5°C) at the peak and 5.9°F (-14.5°C) at the lowest.

How cold is January?

In Alakanuk, 13.1°F (-10.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 5.9°F (-14.5°C) is the average low-temperature during January.

What is the most humid month?

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 92%.

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 92%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Alakanuk, during January, the rain falls for 3.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Alakanuk, in January, snow falls for 13.8 days, with typically accumulated 3.39" (86mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Alakanuk have in January?

In Alakanuk, the average day length in January is 6h and 8min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Alakanuk?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 11:29 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:30 am and sunset at 5:52 pm AKST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 2.3h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Alakanuk have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 2.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Alakanuk, AK

Average temperature in January - Alakanuk, AK
  • Average high temperature in January: 13.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (59°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (13.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 5.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (48.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.9°F).

Average pressure in January
Alakanuk, AK

Average pressure in January - Alakanuk, AK
  • Average pressure in January: 29.78"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (29.92"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (29.67"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Alakanuk, AK

Average wind speed in January - Alakanuk, AK
  • Average wind speed in January: 12.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (13.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (10.1mph).

Average humidity in January
Alakanuk, AK

Average humidity in January - Alakanuk, AK
  • Average humidity in January: 92%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (71%).

Average rainfall in January
Alakanuk, AK

Average rainfall in January - Alakanuk, AK
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.77").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (0.75").

Average rainfall days in January
Alakanuk, AK

Average rainfall days in January - Alakanuk, AK
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.7 days).

Average snowfall in January
Alakanuk, AK

Average snowfall in January - Alakanuk, AK
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Alakanuk, AK

Average snowfall days in January - Alakanuk, AK
  • Average snowfall days in January: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Alakanuk, AK

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Alakanuk, AK
  • Average daylight in January: 6h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 2h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 7h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 2h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in January
Alakanuk, AK

Average sunshine days in January - Alakanuk, AK
  • Average sunshine days in January: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (9.9 days).

Average UV index in January
Alakanuk, AK

Average UV index in January - Alakanuk, AK
  • Average UV index in January: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Alakanuk, AK

Average cloud cover in January - Alakanuk, AK
  • Average cloud cover in January: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 53).

Average visibility in January
Alakanuk, AK

Average visibility in January - Alakanuk, AK
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April and December (5mi).

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