January weather forecast
Barrow, AK

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Weather in January

A fresh start to the year in Barrow, Alaska brings with it one of the coldest months. Sub-zero temperatures dominate, reaching a maximum of -3.3°F (-19.6°C) and sinking to lows of -11.2°F (-24°C). Unsurprisingly, a heavy blanket of snow tends to cover the city, aided by frequent snowfall. The sun rarely shows itself this month, lending to the overall chill. A tangible drop in temperature is felt from December, offering a somewhat harsher landscape.

Temperature

With an average high-temperature of -3.3°F (-19.6°C) and an average low-temperature of -11.2°F (-24°C), January is the coldest month.

Humidity

January through March and December, with an average relative humidity of 95%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 1 days and typically collects 0.2" (5mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through December. In Barrow, in January, snow falls for 11.3 days, with typically accumulated 0.87" (22mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 125.6 snowfall days, and 17.13" (435mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

The months with the coldest seawater in Barrow, Alaska, are January through June and December, with an average ocean temperature of 28.4°F (-2°C).
Note: In swimming, this condition is considered life-threatening and perilous. The painful sensation of cold water leads to immediate hyperventilation. Utilizing a specialized swimsuit is critical to reduce thermal injury.

Daylight

In Barrow, the average length of the day in January is 0h and 51min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 3:00 pm and sunset at 3:00 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 11:43 am and sunset at 3:37 pm AKST.

Sunshine

In Barrow, the average sunshine in January is 0.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, May, August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests this advice:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest?

With an average high-temperature of -3.3°F (-19.6°C) and an average low-temperature of -11.2°F (-24°C), January is the coldest month.

How cold is it in January?

In Barrow, in January, the average high-temperature is -3.3°F (-19.6°C), and the average low-temperature is -11.2°F (-24°C).

What is the most humid month in Barrow?

January through March and December, with an average relative humidity of 95%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in January?

In Barrow, the average relative humidity in January is 95%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 1 days and typically collects 0.2" (5mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in January?

In Barrow, in January, it is raining for 1 days, with typically 0.2" (5mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 11.3 days. Throughout January, 0.87" (22mm) of snow is accumulated.

What months are the ocean coldest in Barrow?

The months with the coldest seawater are January through June and December, with an average ocean temperature of 28.4°F (-2°C).

What is the ocean temperature in January?

In Barrow, the average seawater temperature in January is 28.4°F (-2°C). For swimming, this is considered life-threatening and very dangerous. The water feels painfully cold, and hyperventilation quickly occurs. A specialized swimsuit is mandatory to reduce thermal damage.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In January, the average day length is 0h and 51min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 3:00 pm and sunset at 3:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 11:43 am and sunset at 3:37 pm AKST.

How many hours of sunshine does Barrow have in January?

In Barrow, Alaska, the average sunshine duration in January is 0.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, May, August, October through 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 low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Barrow, AK

Average temperature in January - Barrow, AK
  • Average high temperature in January: -3.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (43.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-3.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: -11.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (37°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-11.2°F).

Average pressure in January
Barrow, AK

Average pressure in January - Barrow, AK
  • Average pressure in January: 30.09"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and March (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Barrow, AK

Average wind speed in January - Barrow, AK
  • Average wind speed in January: 12mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (15.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (10.6mph).

Average humidity in January
Barrow, AK

Average humidity in January - Barrow, AK
  • Average humidity in January: 95%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February, March and December (95%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (82%).

Average rainfall in January
Barrow, AK

Average rainfall in January - Barrow, AK
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.2").

Average rainfall days in January
Barrow, AK

Average rainfall days in January - Barrow, AK
  • Average rainfall days in January: 1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (11.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (0.6 days).

Average snowfall in January
Barrow, AK

Average snowfall in January - Barrow, AK
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is October (3.15").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0.08").

Average snowfall days in January
Barrow, AK

Average snowfall days in January - Barrow, AK
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is November (16.9 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (1.3 days).

Average sea temperature in January
Barrow, AK

Average sea temperature in January - Barrow, AK
  • Average sea temperature in January: 28°F

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are August and September (36°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January, February, March, April, May, June and December (28°F).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Barrow, AK
  • Average daylight in January: 0h and 5min

The month with the longest days is August (Average daylight: 18h and 48min).
The months with the shortest days are June, July and December (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 0h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 0h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in January
Barrow, AK

Average sunshine days in January - Barrow, AK
  • Average sunshine days in January: 19.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (7.9 days).

Average UV index in January
Barrow, AK

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

The months with the highest UV index are April, June, July and September (UV index 2).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, May, August, October, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Barrow, AK

Average cloud cover in January - Barrow, AK
  • Average cloud cover in January: 76

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 84).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 47).

Average visibility in January
Barrow, AK

Average visibility in January - Barrow, AK
  • Average visibility in January: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August and September (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and March (4mi).

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