January weather forecast
Ester, AK

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Ester, Alaska, is a polar cold winter month, with an average temperature ranging between min -9°F (-22.8°C) and max 1.8°F (-16.8°C).

Temperature

January proves to be the coldest month, recording an average maximum temperature of 1.8°F (-16.8°C) and a minimum temperature of -9°F (-22.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 93%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 2.7 days and accumulates 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall in Ester. In January, in Ester, it is snowing for 10.8 days. Throughout January, 2.48" (63mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 78.4 snowfall days, and 25" (635mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Ester, the average length of the day in January is 5h and 20min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 10:55 am and sunset at 2:55 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 9:40 am and sunset at 4:29 pm AKST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 3.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests these recommendations:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

January is Ester's coldest month, registering average high temperatures of 1.8°F (-16.8°C) and lows of -9°F (-22.8°C).

How cold is it in January?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 1.8°F (-16.8°C) and -9°F (-22.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January?

In Ester, the average relative humidity in January is 93%.

What is the driest month?

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 2.7 days and accumulates 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 2.7 days. Throughout January, 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In Ester, in January, snow falls for 10.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.48" (63mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

The average day length in January is 5h and 20min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 10:55 am and sunset at 2:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:40 am and sunset at 4:29 pm AKST.

How many hours of sunshine does Ester have in January?

In Ester, the average sunshine duration in January is 3.4h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index in Ester are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Ester, AK

Average temperature in January - Ester, AK
  • Average high temperature in January: 1.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (71.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (1.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: -9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (50.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-9°F).

Average pressure in January
Ester, AK

Average pressure in January - Ester, AK
  • Average pressure in January: 29.94"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (29.97"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.77"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Ester, AK

Average wind speed in January - Ester, AK
  • Average wind speed in January: 4.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (4.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January, August, October, November and December (4.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Ester, AK

Average humidity in January - Ester, AK
  • Average humidity in January: 93%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (94%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (56%).

Average rainfall in January
Ester, AK

Average rainfall in January - Ester, AK
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.2").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").

Average rainfall days in January
Ester, AK

Average rainfall days in January - Ester, AK
  • Average rainfall days in January: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Ester, AK

Average snowfall in January - Ester, AK
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.48"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (5.91").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Ester, AK

Average snowfall days in January - Ester, AK
  • Average snowfall days in January: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is November (13.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Ester, AK
  • Average daylight in January: 5h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 21h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 1h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in January
Ester, AK

Average sunshine days in January - Ester, AK
  • Average sunshine days in January: 20.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Ester, AK

Average UV index in January - Ester, 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, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Ester, AK

Average cloud cover in January - Ester, AK
  • Average cloud cover in January: 46

The months with the most cloud cover are March and April (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are May and June (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in January
Ester, AK

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

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August and September (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is March (3mi).

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