January weather forecast
Anchor Point, AK

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Anchor Point, Alaska, with an average temperature varying between 28.9°F (-1.7°C) and 24.6°F (-4.1°C).

Temperature

January, known for its average high temperature of 28.9°F (-1.7°C) and an average low temperature of 24.6°F (-4.1°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January, July, August and December, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 9.5 days. Throughout January, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 159.7 rainfall days, and 29.65" (753mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In January, it is snowing for 10.5 days. Throughout January, 3.98" (101mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 61.7 snowfall days, and 30.47" (774mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 6h and 57min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 10:07 am and sunset at 4:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:21 am and sunset at 5:19 pm AKST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 3.2h.

UV index

In Anchor Point, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during January translates into the following directions:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

Anchor Point experiences its lowest temperatures in January, with an average peak of 28.9°F (-1.7°C) and a low of 24.6°F (-4.1°C).

How cold is January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Anchor Point, is 28.9°F (-1.7°C), while the low-temperature averages to 24.6°F (-4.1°C).

What is the most humid month?

January, July, August and December, with an average relative humidity of 83%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 83%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Anchor Point, in January, during 9.5 rainfall days, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Anchor Point, during January, snow falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.98" (101mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Anchor Point have in January?

In January, the average day length in Anchor Point is 6h and 57min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 10:07 am and sunset at 4:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:21 am and sunset at 5:19 pm AKST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 3.2h.

How high is the UV index in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Anchor Point, AK

Average temperature in January - Anchor Point, AK
  • Average high temperature in January: 28.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (56.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 24.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (51.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.6°F).

Average pressure in January
Anchor Point, AK

Average pressure in January - Anchor Point, AK
  • Average pressure in January: 29.64"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.96"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (29.61"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Anchor Point, AK

Average wind speed in January - Anchor Point, AK
  • Average wind speed in January: 13.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (7.1mph).

Average humidity in January
Anchor Point, AK

Average humidity in January - Anchor Point, AK
  • Average humidity in January: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, July, August and December (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (76%).

Average rainfall in January
Anchor Point, AK

Average rainfall in January - Anchor Point, AK
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (1.26").

Average rainfall days in January
Anchor Point, AK

Average rainfall days in January - Anchor Point, AK
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Anchor Point, AK

Average snowfall in January - Anchor Point, AK
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.26").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Anchor Point, AK

Average snowfall days in January - Anchor Point, AK
  • Average snowfall days in January: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (12.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Anchor Point, AK

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Anchor Point, AK
  • Average daylight in January: 7h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Anchor Point, AK

Average sunshine days in January - Anchor Point, AK
  • Average sunshine days in January: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (10.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Anchor Point, AK

Average UV index in January - Anchor Point, AK
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Anchor Point, AK

Average cloud cover in January - Anchor Point, AK
  • Average cloud cover in January: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 61).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 47).

Average visibility in January
Anchor Point, AK

Average visibility in January - Anchor Point, AK
  • 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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