January weather forecast
Goodnews Bay, AK

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Goodnews Bay, Alaska, is a freezing cold winter month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 24.6°F (-4.1°C) and an average low of 20.1°F (-6.6°C).

Temperature

January brings the lowest temperatures, with an average high of 24.6°F (-4.1°C) and an average low of 20.1°F (-6.6°C).

Humidity

January and July, with an average relative humidity of 88%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Goodnews Bay, in January, during 5.6 rainfall days, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 138.3 rainfall days, and 25.71" (653mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through June, September through December are months with snowfall. In Goodnews Bay, during January, snow falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.54" (90mm) of snow. In Goodnews Bay, during the entire year, snow falls for 71.1 days and aggregates up to 21.65" (550mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 7h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 10:40 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 9:57 am and sunset at 6:02 pm AKST.

Sunshine

In Goodnews Bay, Alaska, the average sunshine in January is 2.7h.

UV index

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during January translates into the following recommendations:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.

Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

January, known for its average high temperature of 24.6°F (-4.1°C) and an average low temperature of 20.1°F (-6.6°C), is the coldest month.

How cold is it in January?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Goodnews Bay, is 24.6°F (-4.1°C) and the average low-temperature is 20.1°F (-6.6°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are January and July, with an average relative humidity of 88%.

What is the average humidity in January?

In Goodnews Bay, the average relative humidity in January is 88%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Goodnews Bay, in January, it is raining for 5.6 days, with typically 1.54" (39mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in January?

In Goodnews Bay, in January, during 11.3 snowfall days, 3.54" (90mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

The average day length in January is 7h and 7min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 10:40 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:57 am and sunset at 6:02 pm AKST.

How many hours of sunshine does Goodnews Bay have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Goodnews Bay is 2.7h.

What is the UV index reading in January?

In Goodnews Bay, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Goodnews Bay, AK

Average temperature in January - Goodnews Bay, AK
  • Average high temperature in January: 24.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (53.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 20.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (50.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (19.8°F).

Average pressure in January
Goodnews Bay, AK

Average pressure in January - Goodnews Bay, AK
  • Average pressure in January: 29.61"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.95"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (29.56"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Goodnews Bay, AK

Average wind speed in January - Goodnews Bay, AK
  • Average wind speed in January: 18.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (21.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (12.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Goodnews Bay, AK

Average humidity in January - Goodnews Bay, AK
  • Average humidity in January: 88%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and July (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (79%).

Average rainfall in January
Goodnews Bay, AK

Average rainfall in January - Goodnews Bay, AK
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.7").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are May and June (0.94").

Average rainfall days in January
Goodnews Bay, AK

Average rainfall days in January - Goodnews Bay, AK
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (20.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is March (4.4 days).

Average snowfall in January
Goodnews Bay, AK

Average snowfall in January - Goodnews Bay, AK
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.65").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Goodnews Bay, AK

Average snowfall days in January - Goodnews Bay, AK
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (11.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Goodnews Bay, AK

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Goodnews Bay, AK
  • Average daylight in January: 7h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 2h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are November and December (Average sunshine: 2h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in January
Goodnews Bay, AK

Average sunshine days in January - Goodnews Bay, AK
  • Average sunshine days in January: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (7 days).

Average UV index in January
Goodnews Bay, AK

Average UV index in January - Goodnews Bay, AK
  • Average UV index in January: 2

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

Average cloud cover in January
Goodnews Bay, AK

Average cloud cover in January - Goodnews Bay, AK
  • Average cloud cover in January: 61

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 54).

Average visibility in January
Goodnews Bay, AK

Average visibility in January - Goodnews Bay, AK
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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