January weather forecast
Circle, AK

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Weather in January

January is a dangerously cold winter month in Circle, Alaska, with temperature in the range of an average low of -18.9°F (-28.3°C) and an average high of -6°F (-21.1°C).

Temperature

January, characterized by an average high temperature of -6°F (-21.1°C) and a low temperature of -18.9°F (-28.3°C), is generally the coldest month.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Circle, in January, it is raining for 2.2 days, with typically 0.31" (8mm) of accumulated precipitation. 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 Circle. In Circle, in January, snow falls for 11.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.4" (61mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 102.7 snowfall days, and 21.34" (542mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Circle, the average length of the day in January is 4h and 53min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 10:59 am and sunset at 2:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:33 am and sunset at 4:05 pm AKST.

Sunshine

In Circle, the average sunshine in January is 2.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, 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 rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 1 during January translates into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Aug 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

Circle's coldest month, January, registers temperatures that range from a high of -6°F (-21.1°C) to a low of -18.9°F (-28.3°C).

How cold is January?

The high-temperature during January is -6°F (-21.1°C) and the low-temperature is -18.9°F (-28.3°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in January?

In Circle, the average relative humidity in January is 96%.

How many days does it rain in January?

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

How many days does it snow in January in Circle?

In Circle, during January, snow falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Circle have in January?

In January, the average day length is 4h and 53min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 10:59 am and sunset at 2:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:33 am and sunset at 4:05 pm AKST.

How many hours of sunshine does Circle have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 2.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Circle, AK

Average temperature in January - Circle, 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
Circle, AK

Average pressure in January - Circle, 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
Circle, AK

Average wind speed in January - Circle, 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
Circle, AK

Average humidity in January - Circle, 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
Circle, AK

Average rainfall in January - Circle, 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
Circle, AK

Average rainfall days in January - Circle, 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
Circle, AK

Average snowfall in January - Circle, 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
Circle, AK

Average snowfall days in January - Circle, 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
Circle, AK

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Circle, AK
  • Average daylight in January: 4h and 5min

The month with the longest days is July (Average daylight: 20h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 3h and 18min).

  • 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
Circle, AK

Average sunshine days in January - Circle, 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
Circle, AK

Average UV index in January - Circle, 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
Circle, AK

Average cloud cover in January - Circle, 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
Circle, AK

Average visibility in January - Circle, 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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