January weather forecast
Central, AK

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Weather in January

January in Central, Alaska, is a dangerously cold winter month, with an average temperature ranging between min -18.9°F (-28.3°C) and max -6°F (-21.1°C).

Temperature

January, noted for its average high-temperature of -6°F (-21.1°C) and an average low-temperature of -18.9°F (-28.3°C), is considered the coldest month.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January through March, with an average relative humidity of 96%.

Rainfall

In Central, Alaska, in January, during 2.2 rainfall days, 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 82.8 rainfall days, and 7.17" (182mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Central, in January, during 11.8 snowfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 102.7 snowfall days, and 21.34" (542mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Central, the average length of the day in January is 5h and 0min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 10:56 am and sunset at 2:28 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 9:34 am and sunset at 4:10 pm AKST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 2.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Central are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In January, a regular UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

January, with average temperatures reaching a high of -6°F (-21.1°C) and a low of -18.9°F (-28.3°C), is the coldest month in Central.

How cold is January?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are -6°F (-21.1°C) and -18.9°F (-28.3°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month?

January through March, with an average relative humidity of 96%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 96%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Central, in January, during 2.2 rainfall days, 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Central, in January, snow falls for 11.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.4" (61mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January in Central?

In Central, the average day length in January is 5h and 0min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January in Central, sunrise is at 10:56 am and sunset at 2:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:34 am and sunset at 4:10 pm AKST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 2.3h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
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Average temperature in January
Central, AK

Average temperature in January - Central, AK
  • Average high temperature in January: -6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (72.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: -18.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (51.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-18.9°F).

Average pressure in January
Central, AK

Average pressure in January - Central, AK
  • Average pressure in January: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.02"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.78"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Central, AK

Average wind speed in January - Central, AK
  • Average wind speed in January: 2.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (4.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January and December (2.7mph).

Average humidity in January
Central, AK

Average humidity in January - Central, AK
  • Average humidity in January: 96%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (96%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (49%).

Average rainfall in January
Central, AK

Average rainfall in January - Central, AK
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.24").

Average rainfall days in January
Central, AK

Average rainfall days in January - Central, AK
  • Average rainfall days in January: 2.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).

Average snowfall in January
Central, AK

Average snowfall in January - Central, AK
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.4"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (4.02").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Central, AK

Average snowfall days in January - Central, AK
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (18.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 22h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 3h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 2h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 1h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Central, AK

Average sunshine days in January - Central, AK
  • Average sunshine days in January: 20.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (8.5 days).

Average UV index in January
Central, AK

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Central, AK

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

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 72).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in January
Central, AK

Average visibility in January - Central, AK
  • Average visibility in January: 2mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August and September (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April and December (2mi).

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