January weather forecast
Atka, AK

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is an icy winter month in Atka, Alaska, with an average temperature varying between 34.2°F (1.2°C) and 36.9°F (2.7°C).

Temperature

January, with an average high of 36.9°F (2.7°C) and a low of 34.2°F (1.2°C), signifies the coldest month of the year.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity in Atka are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

In Atka, during January, the rain falls for 9.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 173.3 rainfall days, and 27.4" (696mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 12.2 days and typically aggregates up to 4.72" (120mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 8h and 22min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 9:45 am and sunset at 5:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:18 am and sunset at 6:21 pm HST.

Sunshine

In Atka, the average sunshine in January is 2.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through April and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 1 in January translates into the following instructions:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

Atka's January weather, marked by an average high temperature of 36.9°F (2.7°C) and an average low temperature of 34.2°F (1.2°C), is the coldest in the year.

How cold is January?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during January are 36.9°F (2.7°C) and 34.2°F (1.2°C) respectively.

What is the least humid month in Atka?

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the least humid months.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 76%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Atka, during January, the rain falls for 9.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 12.2 days and typically aggregates up to 4.72" (120mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in January?

In Atka, during January, snow falls for 12.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.72" (120mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Atka have in January?

The average day length in January is 8h and 22min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 9:45 am and sunset at 5:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:18 am and sunset at 6:21 pm HST.

How many hours of sunshine does Atka have in January?

In Atka, the average sunshine duration in January is 2.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
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Average temperature in January
Atka, AK

Average temperature in January - Atka, AK
  • Average high temperature in January: 36.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (52°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 34.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (49.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (33.8°F).

Average pressure in January
Atka, AK

Average pressure in January - Atka, AK
  • Average pressure in January: 29.48"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.95"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (29.48"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Atka, AK

Average wind speed in January - Atka, AK
  • Average wind speed in January: 18.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (21.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (11.1mph).

Average humidity in January
Atka, AK

Average humidity in January - Atka, AK
  • Average humidity in January: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (94%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and December (76%).

Average rainfall in January
Atka, AK

Average rainfall in January - Atka, AK
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (1.3").

Average rainfall days in January
Atka, AK

Average rainfall days in January - Atka, AK
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in January
Atka, AK

Average snowfall in January - Atka, AK
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.72"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.72").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Atka, AK

Average snowfall days in January - Atka, AK
  • Average snowfall days in January: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Atka, AK
  • Average daylight in January: 8h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 2h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
Atka, AK

Average sunshine days in January - Atka, AK
  • Average sunshine days in January: 8.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (12.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Atka, AK

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

The months with the highest UV index are July, August and September (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Atka, AK

Average cloud cover in January - Atka, AK
  • Average cloud cover in January: 72

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 85).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 63).

Average visibility in January
Atka, AK

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

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

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