January weather forecast
Hughes, AK

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Hughes, Alaska, is a polar cold winter month, with an average temperature ranging between max -3.1°F (-19.5°C) and min -13.5°F (-25.3°C).

Temperature

January is the month when Hughes sees the lowest average temperatures, with a high of -3.1°F (-19.5°C) and a low of -13.5°F (-25.3°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 95%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 0.9 days and typically collects 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, August through December. In January, it is snowing for 12.1 days. Throughout January, 4.06" (103mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 113.1 snowfall days, and 53.5" (1359mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 4h and 46min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 11:45 am and sunset at 2:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:16 am and sunset at 4:44 pm AKST.

Sunshine

In Hughes, the average sunshine in January is 2.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through April, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 1 during January translates into the following guidance:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

During the coldest month in Hughes, January, temperatures average a high of -3.1°F (-19.5°C) and a low of -13.5°F (-25.3°C).

How cold is it in January?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are -3.1°F (-19.5°C) and -13.5°F (-25.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January?

In Hughes, the average relative humidity in January is 95%.

What is the driest month?

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 0.9 days and accumulates 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Hughes, Alaska, during January, the rain falls for 0.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 12.1 days. Throughout January, 4.06" (103mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In Hughes, the average day length in January is 4h and 46min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 11:45 am and sunset at 2:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:16 am and sunset at 4:44 pm AKST.

How many hours of sunshine does Hughes have in January?

In Hughes, the average sunshine duration in January is 2.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January through April, September through 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Hughes, AK

Average temperature in January - Hughes, AK
  • Average high temperature in January: -3.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (66.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-3.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: -13.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (47.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-13.5°F).

Average pressure in January
Hughes, AK

Average pressure in January - Hughes, AK
  • Average pressure in January: 29.97"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (29.98"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.78"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Hughes, AK

Average wind speed in January - Hughes, AK
  • Average wind speed in January: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (5.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (5mph).

Average humidity in January
Hughes, AK

Average humidity in January - Hughes, AK
  • Average humidity in January: 95%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March and April (96%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (57%).

Average rainfall in January
Hughes, AK

Average rainfall in January - Hughes, AK
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.85").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.51").

Average rainfall days in January
Hughes, AK

Average rainfall days in January - Hughes, AK
  • Average rainfall days in January: 0.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (0.2 days).

Average snowfall in January
Hughes, AK

Average snowfall in January - Hughes, AK
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (8.54").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Hughes, AK

Average snowfall days in January - Hughes, AK
  • Average snowfall days in January: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is April (17.9 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Hughes, AK
  • Average daylight in January: 4h and 5min

The month with the longest days is July (Average daylight: 20h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 3h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 2h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 0h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Hughes, AK

Average sunshine days in January - Hughes, AK
  • Average sunshine days in January: 20.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.4 days).

Average UV index in January
Hughes, AK

Average UV index in January - Hughes, 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, March, April, September, October, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Hughes, AK

Average cloud cover in January - Hughes, AK
  • Average cloud cover in January: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 78).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 46).

Average visibility in January
Hughes, AK

Average visibility in January - Hughes, AK
  • Average visibility in January: 2mi

The months with the highest visibility are June and July (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and April (2mi).

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