January weather forecast
Kaltag, AK

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Kaltag, Alaska, is a polar cold winter month, with temperature in the range of an average low of -7.1°F (-21.7°C) and an average high of 2.5°F (-16.4°C).

Temperature

The coldest time of the year is January, with temperatures averaging a high of 2.5°F (-16.4°C) and a low of -7.1°F (-21.7°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January through March, with an average relative humidity of 95%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 1.9 days and accumulates 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Kaltag, in January, snow falls for 13.9 days, with typically accumulated 5.47" (139mm) of snow. In Kaltag, during the entire year, snow falls for 106.4 days and aggregates up to 51.85" (1317mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 5h and 33min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 11:29 am and sunset at 3:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:19 am and sunset at 5:17 pm AKST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 3.1h.

UV index

January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In January, a regular UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.

Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

The month of January, characterized by an average high of 2.5°F (-16.4°C) and a low of -7.1°F (-21.7°C), is recognized as the coldest.

How cold is it in January?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 2.5°F (-16.4°C) and -7.1°F (-21.7°C) respectively.

What are the most humid months?

January through March, with an average relative humidity of 95%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in January in Kaltag?

The average relative humidity in January is 95%.

What is the driest month?

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 1.9 days and accumulates 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 1.9 days. Throughout January, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Kaltag, during January, snow falls for 13.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.47" (139mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

The average day length in January is 5h and 33min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 11:29 am and sunset at 3:47 pm. On the last day of the month, in Kaltag, sunrise is at 10:19 am and sunset at 5:17 pm AKST.

How many hours of sunshine does Kaltag have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Kaltag is 3.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January through 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 Kaltag, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Kaltag, AK

Average temperature in January - Kaltag, AK
  • Average high temperature in January: 2.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (64.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (2.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: -7.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (47.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-7.1°F).

Average pressure in January
Kaltag, AK

Average pressure in January - Kaltag, AK
  • Average pressure in January: 29.89"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are February, March and May (29.91"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (29.74"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Kaltag, AK

Average wind speed in January - Kaltag, AK
  • Average wind speed in January: 5.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and November (5.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).

Average humidity in January
Kaltag, AK

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (95%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (61%).

Average rainfall in January
Kaltag, AK

Average rainfall in January - Kaltag, AK
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

Average rainfall days in January
Kaltag, AK

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.9 days).

Average snowfall in January
Kaltag, AK

Average snowfall in January - Kaltag, AK
  • Average snowfall in January: 5.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.84").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Kaltag, AK

Average snowfall days in January - Kaltag, AK
  • Average snowfall days in January: 13.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (17.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 21h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 9h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are June and December (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Kaltag, AK

Average sunshine days in January - Kaltag, AK
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (9.7 days).

Average UV index in January
Kaltag, AK

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

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

Average cloud cover in January
Kaltag, AK

Average cloud cover in January - Kaltag, AK
  • Average cloud cover in January: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 45).

Average visibility in January
Kaltag, AK

Average visibility in January - Kaltag, AK
  • Average visibility in January: 3mi

The month with the highest visibility is June (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April and December (3mi).

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