January weather forecast
Big Lake, AK

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Weather in January

Kickstarting the year in Big Lake, Alaska, January presents classic winter conditions. Compared to December, the weather is slightly cooler, with the lowest average temperatures of the year ranging from 10.6°F (-11.9°C) at its mildest to a chilly 19.2°F (-7.1°C) at its highest. There is a descent of snow with an average snowfall of 3.23" (82mm) covering the area. As February approaches, residents anticipate a slight rise in temperature and a higher level of snowfall. Rest assured, indoor activities are the order of the day in this frosty month.

Temperature

With an average high-temperature of 19.2°F (-7.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 10.6°F (-11.9°C), January is the coldest month.

Humidity

In Big Lake, Alaska, the average relative humidity in January is 87%.

Rainfall

In Big Lake, Alaska, in January, during 8 rainfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 137.5 rainfall days, and 11.97" (304mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In Big Lake, in January, during 8.7 snowfall days, 3.23" (82mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 56.8 snowfall days, and 22.48" (571mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Big Lake is 6h and 29min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 10:16 am and sunset at 3:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:24 am and sunset at 5:01 pm AKST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 4.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in January, converts into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended 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. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.

Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

January, with its high-temperature average of 19.2°F (-7.1°C) and a low-temperature average of 10.6°F (-11.9°C), is the coldest month.

How cold is it in January?

Big Lake in January has an average high-temperature of 19.2°F (-7.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 10.6°F (-11.9°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 87%.

How much does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 8 days. Throughout January, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In Big Lake, in January, snow falls for 8.7 days, with typically accumulated 3.23" (82mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Big Lake have in January?

In Big Lake, the average day length in January is 6h and 29min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 10:16 am and sunset at 3:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:24 am and sunset at 5:01 pm AKST.

How many hours of sunshine does Big Lake have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 4.1h.

What is the UV index reading in January?

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

Average temperature in January - Big Lake, AK
  • Average high temperature in January: 19.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (64.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 10.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (50.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.6°F).

Average pressure in January
Big Lake, AK

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.96"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are November and December (29.68"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Big Lake, AK

Average wind speed in January - Big Lake, AK
  • Average wind speed in January: 4.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (4.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Big Lake, AK

Average humidity in January - Big Lake, AK
  • Average humidity in January: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (64%).

Average rainfall in January
Big Lake, AK

Average rainfall in January - Big Lake, AK
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (1.77").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are April and May (0.59").

Average rainfall days in January
Big Lake, AK

Average rainfall days in January - Big Lake, AK
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.4 days).

Average snowfall in January
Big Lake, AK

Average snowfall in January - Big Lake, AK
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.23"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (5.67").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Big Lake, AK

Average snowfall days in January - Big Lake, AK
  • Average snowfall days in January: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (11.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Big Lake, AK

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Big Lake, AK
  • Average daylight in January: 6h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Big Lake, AK

Average sunshine days in January - Big Lake, AK
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (11.6 days).

Average UV index in January
Big Lake, AK

Average UV index in January - Big Lake, AK
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 4).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Big Lake, AK

Average cloud cover in January - Big Lake, AK
  • Average cloud cover in January: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in January
Big Lake, AK

Average visibility in January - Big Lake, 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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