January weather forecast
Gambell, AK

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Gambell, Alaska, is an extremely cold winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 7.5°F (-13.6°C) and 13.5°F (-10.3°C).

Temperature

January, with an average high of 13.5°F (-10.3°C) and a low of 7.5°F (-13.6°C), signifies the coldest month of the year.

Humidity

January through March, with an average relative humidity of 92%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Gambell, in January, it is raining for 1.9 days, with typically 1.06" (27mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 104 rainfall days, and 17.64" (448mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, September through December. In Gambell, during January, snow falls for 10.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of snow. In Gambell, during the entire year, snow falls for 84.3 days and aggregates up to 16.5" (419mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Gambell is 5h and 46min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 12:12 pm and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 11:07 am and sunset at 6:13 pm AKST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 1.6h.

UV index

January, February, April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests this advice:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

Gambell's coldest weather arrives in January, when temperatures average a high of 13.5°F (-10.3°C) and a low of 7.5°F (-13.6°C).

How cold is January?

The high-temperature during January is 13.5°F (-10.3°C) and the low-temperature is 7.5°F (-13.6°C).

What are the most humid months?

January through March, with an average relative humidity of 92%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 92%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Gambell, in January, it is raining for 1.9 days, with typically 1.06" (27mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Gambell, in January, during 10.6 snowfall days, 1.93" (49mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Gambell have in January?

In January, the average day length is 5h and 46min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 12:12 pm and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 11:07 am and sunset at 6:13 pm AKST.

How many hours of sunshine does Gambell have in January?

In Gambell, the average sunshine duration in January is 1.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in January?

In Gambell, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in January
Gambell, AK

Average temperature in January - Gambell, AK
  • Average high temperature in January: 13.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (49.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (13.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 7.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (46.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (6.6°F).

Average pressure in January
Gambell, AK

Average pressure in January - Gambell, AK
  • Average pressure in January: 29.84"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (29.94"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (29.69"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Gambell, AK

Average wind speed in January - Gambell, AK
  • Average wind speed in January: 19.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (23.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (12.5mph).

Average humidity in January
Gambell, AK

Average humidity in January - Gambell, AK
  • Average humidity in January: 92%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (79%).

Average rainfall in January
Gambell, AK

Average rainfall in January - Gambell, AK
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.94").

Average rainfall days in January
Gambell, AK

Average rainfall days in January - Gambell, AK
  • Average rainfall days in January: 1.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1 days).

Average snowfall in January
Gambell, AK

Average snowfall in January - Gambell, AK
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.93"

The month with the highest snowfall is April (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Gambell, AK

Average snowfall days in January - Gambell, AK
  • Average snowfall days in January: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 20h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 1h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 0h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Gambell, AK

Average sunshine days in January - Gambell, AK
  • Average sunshine days in January: 10.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (15.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (5.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Gambell, AK

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

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, April, October, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Gambell, AK

Average cloud cover in January - Gambell, AK
  • Average cloud cover in January: 77

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 84).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 57).

Average visibility in January
Gambell, AK

Average visibility in January - Gambell, AK
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August and September (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February and December (4mi).

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