January weather forecast
Bethel, AK

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Weather in January

January bears the brunt of winter in Bethel, Alaska, with snow frequently gracing the landscape. Temperatures fall to their lowest point of the year, with average readings fluctuating from 12.2°F (-11°C) to 3.7°F (-15.7°C). The icy atmosphere is complemented by high mean relative humidity of 91%, creating a chilling frosty weather. Snow covers the ground for more than a third of the month, giving the already serene environment an ethereal touch. The freshly sprinkled snow acts as a silver lining on the winter cloud, infusing beauty into the frigid season.

Temperature

Bethel's coldest weather arrives in January, when temperatures average a high of 12.2°F (-11°C) and a low of 3.7°F (-15.7°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January through March, with an average relative humidity of 91%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall in Bethel are January and April Rain falls for 5.5 days and accumulates 0.91" (23mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Bethel, Alaska, in January, snow falls for 11.1 days, with typically accumulated 3.66" (93mm) of snow. In Bethel, during the entire year, snow falls for 74.8 days and aggregates up to 22.91" (582mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Bethel, the average length of the day in January is 6h and 41min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 10:56 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 10:07 am and sunset at 5:53 pm AKST.

Sunshine

In Bethel, the average sunshine in January is 3h.

UV index

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index 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 2 suggests these recommendations:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest?

With an average high-temperature of 12.2°F (-11°C) and an average low-temperature of 3.7°F (-15.7°C), January is the coldest month.

How cold is it in January?

The high-temperature during January is 12.2°F (-11°C) and the low-temperature is 3.7°F (-15.7°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are January through March, with an average relative humidity of 91%.

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 91%.

What is the driest month?

January and April are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 5.5 days and typically aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 5.5 days. Throughout January, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Bethel, during January, snow falls for 11.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.66" (93mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Bethel have in January?

The average day length in January is 6h and 41min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 10:56 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:07 am and sunset at 5:53 pm AKST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 3h.

What is the UV index reading in January?

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

Average temperature in January - Bethel, AK
  • Average high temperature in January: 12.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (62.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (12.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 3.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (49.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (3.7°F).

Average pressure in January
Bethel, AK

Average pressure in January - Bethel, AK
  • Average pressure in January: 29.71"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.92"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (29.64"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Bethel, AK

Average wind speed in January - Bethel, AK
  • Average wind speed in January: 12.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.5mph).

Average humidity in January
Bethel, AK

Average humidity in January - Bethel, AK
  • Average humidity in January: 91%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (65%).

Average rainfall in January
Bethel, AK

Average rainfall in January - Bethel, AK
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.09").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and April (0.91").

Average rainfall days in January
Bethel, AK

Average rainfall days in January - Bethel, AK
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is March (4.4 days).

Average snowfall in January
Bethel, AK

Average snowfall in January - Bethel, AK
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.66"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.96").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Bethel, AK

Average snowfall days in January - Bethel, AK
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Bethel, AK
  • Average daylight in January: 6h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in January
Bethel, AK

Average sunshine days in January - Bethel, AK
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (8.6 days).

Average UV index in January
Bethel, AK

Average UV index in January - Bethel, AK
  • Average UV index in January: 2

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

Average cloud cover in January
Bethel, AK

Average cloud cover in January - Bethel, AK
  • Average cloud cover in January: 55

The months with the most cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 54).

Average visibility in January
Bethel, AK

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

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

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