January weather forecast
Meadow Lakes, AK

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Meadow Lakes, Alaska, is another subzero cold winter month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 8.6°F (-13°C) and an average high of 18.3°F (-7.6°C).

Temperature

Temperature readings reach their annual highs in January, averaging 18.3°F (-7.6°C) and a minimum average of 8.6°F (-13°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 86%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 7.4 days and typically collects 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Meadow Lakes, in January, snow falls for 7.8 days, with typically accumulated 1.85" (47mm) of snow. In Meadow Lakes, during the entire year, snow falls for 50.5 days and aggregates up to 12.52" (318mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 6h and 28min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 10:16 am and sunset at 3:47 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 9:23 am and sunset at 4:59 pm AKST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January in Meadow Lakes is 4.3h.

UV index

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In January, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

Meadow Lakes's temperature records reveal January as the coldest month, marked by average highs of 18.3°F (-7.6°C) and lows of 8.6°F (-13°C).

How cold is January in Meadow Lakes?

January temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 18.3°F (-7.6°C) and a low-temperature of 8.6°F (-13°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Meadow Lakes?

In Meadow Lakes, the average relative humidity in January is 86%.

What is the driest month?

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 7.4 days and accumulates 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in January?

In Meadow Lakes, in January, it is raining for 7.4 days, with typically 0.31" (8mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Meadow Lakes in January?

In Meadow Lakes, in January, snow falls for 7.8 days, with typically accumulated 1.85" (47mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Meadow Lakes 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 10:16 am and sunset at 3:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:23 am and sunset at 4:59 pm AKST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In Meadow Lakes, the average sunshine duration in January is 4.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat 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
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Meadow Lakes, AK

Average temperature in January - Meadow Lakes, AK
  • Average high temperature in January: 18.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (63.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.3°F).

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

Average pressure in January
Meadow Lakes, AK

Average pressure in January - Meadow Lakes, AK
  • Average pressure in January: 29.72"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.96"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (29.69"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Meadow Lakes, AK

Average wind speed in January - Meadow Lakes, AK
  • Average wind speed in January: 4.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, November and December (4.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4mph).

Average humidity in January
Meadow Lakes, AK

Average humidity in January - Meadow Lakes, AK
  • Average humidity in January: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (65%).

Average rainfall in January
Meadow Lakes, AK

Average rainfall in January - Meadow Lakes, AK
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (0.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.31").

Average rainfall days in January
Meadow Lakes, AK

Average rainfall days in January - Meadow Lakes, AK
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Meadow Lakes, AK

Average snowfall in January - Meadow Lakes, AK
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.85"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.64").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Meadow Lakes, AK

Average snowfall days in January - Meadow Lakes, AK
  • Average snowfall days in January: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Meadow Lakes, AK

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Meadow Lakes, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in January
Meadow Lakes, AK

Average sunshine days in January - Meadow Lakes, AK
  • Average sunshine days in January: 19.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Meadow Lakes, AK

Average UV index in January - Meadow Lakes, AK
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 4).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Meadow Lakes, AK

Average cloud cover in January - Meadow Lakes, AK
  • Average cloud cover in January: 37

The months with the most cloud cover are April and August (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and May (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in January
Meadow Lakes, AK

Average visibility in January - Meadow Lakes, 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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