January weather forecast
Houston, AK

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Weather in January

Cold and humidity represent the two defining aspects of January weather in Houston, Alaska. Temperatures continue to linger in the frigid single digits, consistent with winter norms. With a high of 17.8°F (-7.9°C) and a low of 8.6°F (-13°C), January nights can be significantly chilled. Humidity levels rise, creating a partially cloudy atmosphere from time to time. As days are shorter, sunlight is scarce, and snowfall is common, setting a typical winter ambiance.

Temperature

In Houston, Alaska, the lowest average temperatures are observed in January, with a high of 17.8°F (-7.9°C) and a low of 8.6°F (-13°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 87%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 7.3 days. Throughout January, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Houston, during the entire year, the rain falls for 134.1 days and collects up to 13.86" (352mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In Houston, during January, snow falls for 9.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 56.9 snowfall days, and 26.54" (674mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Houston, Alaska, the average length of the day in January is 6h and 28min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 10:17 am and sunset at 3:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:24 am and sunset at 5:00 pm AKST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 4h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 1 during January translates into the following directions:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Houston?

The coldest period tends to be January, when average temperatures fluctuate between a high of 17.8°F (-7.9°C) and a low of 8.6°F (-13°C).

How cold is January?

The high-temperature during January is 17.8°F (-7.9°C) and the low-temperature is 8.6°F (-13°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 87%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Houston, during January, the rain falls for 7.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Houston in January?

In Houston, during January, snow falls for 9.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Houston have in January?

In January, the average day length is 6h and 28min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 10:17 am and sunset at 3:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:24 am and sunset at 5:00 pm AKST.

How many hours of sunshine does Houston have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January?

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

Average temperature in January
Houston, AK

Average temperature in January - Houston, AK
  • Average high temperature in January: 17.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (67.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (17.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 8.6°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 (8.6°F).

Average pressure in January
Houston, AK

Average pressure in January - Houston, AK
  • Average pressure in January: 29.73"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.96"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are November and December (29.7"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Houston, AK

Average wind speed in January - Houston, AK
  • Average wind speed in January: 5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (5.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (4.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Houston, AK

Average humidity in January - Houston, AK
  • Average humidity in January: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (61%).

Average rainfall in January
Houston, AK

Average rainfall in January - Houston, AK
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (2.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.63").

Average rainfall days in January
Houston, AK

Average rainfall days in January - Houston, AK
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Houston, AK

Average snowfall in January - Houston, AK
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.11"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (5.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Houston, AK

Average snowfall days in January - Houston, AK
  • Average snowfall days in January: 9.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (11.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Houston, AK
  • Average daylight in January: 6h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in January
Houston, AK

Average sunshine days in January - Houston, AK
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (9.7 days).

Average UV index in January
Houston, AK

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Houston, AK

Average cloud cover in January - Houston, AK
  • Average cloud cover in January: 40

The months with the most cloud cover are April and August (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in January
Houston, AK

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

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is March (4mi).

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