January weather forecast
Fort Richardson, AK

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Fort Richardson, Alaska, is another subzero cold winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 19.6°F (-6.9°C) and 11.7°F (-11.3°C).

Temperature

Fort Richardson reaches its lowest average temperatures in January, measuring 19.6°F (-6.9°C) at the peak and 11.7°F (-11.3°C) at the lowest.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 86%.

Rainfall

In Fort Richardson, in January, it is raining for 7.9 days, with typically 0.71" (18mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 146.6 rainfall days, and 14.25" (362mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In January, it is snowing for 10.3 days. Throughout January, 3.43" (87mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 67.9 snowfall days, and 29.09" (739mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Fort Richardson, the average length of the day in January is 6h and 34min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 10:13 am and sunset at 3:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:21 am and sunset at 5:02 pm AKST.

Sunshine

In Fort Richardson, the average sunshine in January is 4h.

UV index

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in January transforms into the following instructions:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Fort Richardson?

The month of January sees the average lowest temperatures, reaching 19.6°F (-6.9°C) at the peak and 11.7°F (-11.3°C) at the low.

How cold is January in Fort Richardson?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 19.6°F (-6.9°C) and 11.7°F (-11.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January in Fort Richardson?

In Fort Richardson, the average relative humidity in January is 86%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Fort Richardson, in January, during 7.9 rainfall days, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Fort Richardson, during January, snow falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.43" (87mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Fort Richardson have in January?

The average day length in January is 6h and 34min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 10:13 am and sunset at 3:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:21 am and sunset at 5:02 pm AKST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In Fort Richardson, the average sunshine duration in January is 4h.

What is the UV index reading in January?

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

Average temperature in January
Fort Richardson, AK

Average temperature in January - Fort Richardson, AK
  • Average high temperature in January: 19.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (62.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 11.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (50.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.7°F).

Average pressure in January
Fort Richardson, AK

Average pressure in January - Fort Richardson, AK
  • Average pressure in January: 29.7"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.96"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are November and December (29.67"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Fort Richardson, AK

Average wind speed in January - Fort Richardson, AK
  • Average wind speed in January: 4.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (5.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Fort Richardson, AK

Average humidity in January - Fort Richardson, AK
  • Average humidity in January: 86%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (67%).

Average rainfall in January
Fort Richardson, AK

Average rainfall in January - Fort Richardson, AK
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (2.2").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (0.59").

Average rainfall days in January
Fort Richardson, AK

Average rainfall days in January - Fort Richardson, AK
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Fort Richardson, AK

Average snowfall in January - Fort Richardson, AK
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.85").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Fort Richardson, AK

Average snowfall days in January - Fort Richardson, AK
  • Average snowfall days in January: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Fort Richardson, AK

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Fort Richardson, AK

Average sunshine days in January - Fort Richardson, AK
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (16.9 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are August and September (9.7 days).

Average UV index in January
Fort Richardson, AK

Average UV index in January - Fort Richardson, AK
  • Average UV index in January: 2

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

Average cloud cover in January
Fort Richardson, AK

Average cloud cover in January - Fort Richardson, AK
  • Average cloud cover in January: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in January
Fort Richardson, AK

Average visibility in January - Fort Richardson, AK
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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