January weather forecast
Fort Yukon, AK

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Weather in January

A new year in Fort Yukon, Alaska, begins with the embrace of frosty weather. Cold mornings quickly turn into brisk afternoons with temperatures descending from -6.3°F (-21.3°C) to a chilling trough of -18°F (-27.8°C). Snowfall graces the landscape in abundance, turning the city into a white paradise. The sun hides beyond clouds for most of the day, letting the moon illuminate the snow-covered cityscape. January also witnesses a peak in pressure, making for enduringly cold and crisp days.

Temperature

Fort Yukon's temperature records reveal January as the coldest month, marked by average highs of -6.3°F (-21.3°C) and lows of -18°F (-27.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Fort Yukon, in January, it is raining for 1.3 days, with typically 0.39" (10mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 63.3 rainfall days, and 6.57" (167mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In January, it is snowing for 14.4 days. Throughout January, 3.03" (77mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 96.1 snowfall days, and 20.63" (524mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Fort Yukon, the average length of the day in January is 4h and 28min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 11:23 am and sunset at 2:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:45 am and sunset at 4:02 pm AKST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 2h.

UV index

January through March, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests these recommendations:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

In Fort Yukon, January is the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a high of -6.3°F (-21.3°C) and a low of -18°F (-27.8°C).

How cold is it in Fort Yukon in January?

In Fort Yukon, -6.3°F (-21.3°C) is the average high-temperature and -18°F (-27.8°C) is the average low-temperature during January.

What are the most humid months?

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 January, the average relative humidity is 96%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 1.3 days. Throughout January, 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In January, in Fort Yukon, it is snowing for 14.4 days. Throughout January, 3.03" (77mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

In January, the average day length is 4h and 28min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 11:23 am and sunset at 2:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:45 am and sunset at 4:02 pm AKST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January 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
Fort Yukon, AK

Average temperature in January - Fort Yukon, AK
  • Average high temperature in January: -6.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (74.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-6.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: -18°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (54.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-18°F).

Average pressure in January
Fort Yukon, AK

Average pressure in January - Fort Yukon, AK
  • Average pressure in January: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.03"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.79"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Fort Yukon, AK

Average wind speed in January - Fort Yukon, AK
  • Average wind speed in January: 4.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (6.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January, February and December (4.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Fort Yukon, AK

Average humidity in January - Fort Yukon, 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 (44%).

Average rainfall in January
Fort Yukon, AK

Average rainfall in January - Fort Yukon, AK
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.18").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.28").

Average rainfall days in January
Fort Yukon, AK

Average rainfall days in January - Fort Yukon, AK
  • Average rainfall days in January: 1.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (11.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (0.6 days).

Average snowfall in January
Fort Yukon, AK

Average snowfall in January - Fort Yukon, AK
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.03"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Fort Yukon, AK

Average snowfall days in January - Fort Yukon, AK
  • Average snowfall days in January: 14.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (14.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Fort Yukon, AK
  • Average daylight in January: 4h and 3min

The month with the longest days is May (Average daylight: 19h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 2h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 2h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 1h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in January
Fort Yukon, AK

Average sunshine days in January - Fort Yukon, AK
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.7 days).

Average UV index in January
Fort Yukon, AK

Average UV index in January - Fort Yukon, 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, September, October, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Fort Yukon, AK

Average cloud cover in January - Fort Yukon, AK
  • Average cloud cover in January: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in January
Fort Yukon, AK

Average visibility in January - Fort Yukon, 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 and December (2mi).

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