January weather forecast
McGrath, AK

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a polar cold winter month in McGrath, Alaska, with an average temperature varying between 2.5°F (-16.4°C) and -8°F (-22.2°C).

Temperature

January, marked by an average high-temperature of 2.5°F (-16.4°C) and a low-temperature of -8°F (-22.2°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

In McGrath, the average relative humidity in January is 93%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 2.5 days and accumulates 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In January, it is snowing for 11.2 days. Throughout January, 3.27" (83mm) of snow is accumulated. In McGrath, during the entire year, snow falls for 96.1 days and aggregates up to 38.66" (982mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 6h and 3min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 10:56 am and sunset at 3:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:56 am and sunset at 5:14 pm AKST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 3.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In January, an average UV index of 1 transforms into the following instructions:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jul 31, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

With average temperatures fluctuating between a high of 2.5°F (-16.4°C) and a low of -8°F (-22.2°C), January stands out as the coldest month.

How cold is January?

McGrath in January has an average high-temperature of 2.5°F (-16.4°C) and an average low-temperature of -8°F (-22.2°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 93%.

What is the driest month?

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 2.5 days and accumulates 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January?

In McGrath, in January, it is raining for 2.5 days, with typically 0.47" (12mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in January?

In McGrath, during January, snow falls for 11.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does McGrath have in January?

The average day length in January is 6h and 3min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 10:56 am and sunset at 3:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:56 am and sunset at 5:14 pm AKST.

How many hours of sunshine does McGrath have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 3.2h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index in McGrath are January, March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in January?

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

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (67.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (2.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: -8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (50°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-8°F).

Average pressure in January
McGrath, AK

Average pressure in January - McGrath, AK
  • Average pressure in January: 29.83"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.92"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (29.72"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
McGrath, AK

Average wind speed in January - McGrath, AK
  • Average wind speed in January: 5.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (5.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are February, November and December (5.3mph).

Average humidity in January
McGrath, AK

Average humidity in January - McGrath, AK
  • Average humidity in January: 93%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (94%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (62%).

Average rainfall in January
McGrath, AK

Average rainfall in January - McGrath, AK
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.47"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

Average rainfall days in January
McGrath, AK

Average rainfall days in January - McGrath, AK
  • Average rainfall days in January: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
McGrath, AK

Average snowfall in January - McGrath, AK
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.27"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (10.16").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in January
McGrath, AK

Average snowfall days in January - McGrath, AK
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.2 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are March and November (15.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - McGrath, AK
  • Average daylight in January: 6h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 20h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in January
McGrath, AK

Average sunshine days in January - McGrath, AK
  • Average sunshine days in January: 20.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (9.6 days).

Average UV index in January
McGrath, AK

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

Average cloud cover in January
McGrath, AK

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

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 68).
The months with the least cloud cover are May and June (Cloud cover 47).

Average visibility in January
McGrath, AK

Average visibility in January - McGrath, AK
  • Average visibility in January: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June and July (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, November and December (4mi).

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