January weather forecast
Klawock, AK

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Weather in January

January encompasses the coldest period, frequently visiting temperatures are 31.8°F (-0.1°C) to 37°F (2.8°C). The characteristic winter weather prevails, bathing Klawock, Alaska in serene splendor under the snow. City residents experience plentiful cloud cover, as the city's backdrop displays a light duvet of snow. The snow, coupled with stark winds, shapes the winter wonderland ambiance that January has to offer. Despite those frigid conditions, this month still has something beautiful to offer, be it in the form of frost-tipped leaves or quiet snowfall.

Temperature

The shift into January finds Klawock, Alaska, at an average high-temperature of a still cold 37°F (2.8°C), closely comparable to December's conditions. Klawock's nighttime temperatures in January display a slight drop from daytime highs, averaging to a freezing cold 31.8°F (-0.1°C).

Humidity

January is the most humid month in Klawock, with an average relative humidity of 90%.

Rainfall

In Klawock, in January, it is raining for 20.1 days, with typically 7.95" (202mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 231.7 rainfall days, and 67.83" (1723mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Klawock, in January, snow falls for 7.2 days, with typically accumulated 8.74" (222mm) of snow. In Klawock, during the entire year, snow falls for 37.2 days and aggregates up to 34.61" (879mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Klawock, the average length of the day in January is 7h and 50min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:20 am and sunset at 3:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 4:24 pm AKST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 2.6h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and 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 exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 1 in January translates into the following instructions:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in January?

In Klawock, 37°F (2.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 31.8°F (-0.1°C) is the average low-temperature during January.

What is the most humid month?

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 90%.

What is the average humidity in January in Klawock?

The average relative humidity in January is 90%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In January, in Klawock, the rain falls for 20.1 days. Throughout January, 7.95" (202mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Klawock, during January, snow falls for 7.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 8.74" (222mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Klawock have in January?

In Klawock, Alaska, the average day length in January is 7h and 50min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:20 am and sunset at 3:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 4:24 pm AKST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 2.6h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

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

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January, February, November and 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 January, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Klawock, AK

Average temperature in January - Klawock, AK
  • Average high temperature in January: 37°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (60.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (36.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 31.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (49.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (30.2°F).

Average pressure in January
Klawock, AK

Average pressure in January - Klawock, AK
  • Average pressure in January: 29.8"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (29.77"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Klawock, AK

Average wind speed in January - Klawock, AK
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.8mph).

Average humidity in January
Klawock, AK

Average humidity in January - Klawock, AK
  • Average humidity in January: 90%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and May (84%).

Average rainfall in January
Klawock, AK

Average rainfall in January - Klawock, AK
  • Average rainfall in January: 7.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (8.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (2.83").

Average rainfall days in January
Klawock, AK

Average rainfall days in January - Klawock, AK
  • Average rainfall days in January: 20.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (22.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (14.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Klawock, AK

Average snowfall in January - Klawock, AK
  • Average snowfall in January: 8.74"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (10.35").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Klawock, AK

Average snowfall days in January - Klawock, AK
  • Average snowfall days in January: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (10.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Klawock, AK
  • Average daylight in January: 7h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 2h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are May and September (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Klawock, AK

Average sunshine days in January - Klawock, AK
  • Average sunshine days in January: 7.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (11.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (5.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Klawock, AK

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

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

Average cloud cover in January
Klawock, AK

Average cloud cover in January - Klawock, AK
  • Average cloud cover in January: 74

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 74).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 62).

Average visibility in January
Klawock, AK

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

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are July and August (4mi).

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