January weather forecast
Mentasta Lake, AK

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is another frigid cold winter month in Mentasta Lake, Alaska, with temperature in the range of an average low of -4°F (-20°C) and an average high of 6.3°F (-14.3°C).

Temperature

In Mentasta Lake, the lowest temperatures are generally noted in January, averaging a high of 6.3°F (-14.3°C) and a low of -4°F (-20°C).

Humidity

In Mentasta Lake, Alaska, the average relative humidity in January is 85%.

Rainfall

In Mentasta Lake, in January, it is raining for 6.4 days, with typically 0.55" (14mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Mentasta Lake, during the entire year, the rain falls for 131.6 days and collects up to 13.15" (334mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Mentasta Lake, during January, snow falls for 12.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.62" (92mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 93.8 snowfall days, and 32.72" (831mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 6h and 4min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 10:07 am and sunset at 3:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:08 am and sunset at 4:26 pm AKST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 3.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through April, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during January, leads to the following recommendations:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jul 29, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

January is the coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 6.3°F (-14.3°C) and an average low-temperature of -4°F (-20°C).

How cold is it in January?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 6.3°F (-14.3°C) and -4°F (-20°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 85%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 6.4 days. Throughout January, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In Mentasta Lake, in January, during 12.6 snowfall days, 3.62" (92mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Mentasta Lake have in January?

In January, the average day length is 6h and 4min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 10:07 am and sunset at 3:07 pm. On the last day of the month, in Mentasta Lake, sunrise is at 9:08 am and sunset at 4:26 pm AKST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In Mentasta Lake, the average sunshine duration in January is 3.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index in Mentasta Lake are January through April, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average humidity
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
Mentasta Lake, AK

Average temperature in January - Mentasta Lake, AK
  • Average high temperature in January: 6.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (59.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (6.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: -4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (43.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-4°F).

Average pressure in January
Mentasta Lake, AK

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (29.96"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.78"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Mentasta Lake, AK

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (5.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Mentasta Lake, AK

Average humidity in January - Mentasta Lake, AK
  • Average humidity in January: 85%

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

Average rainfall in January
Mentasta Lake, AK

Average rainfall in January - Mentasta Lake, AK
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.47").

Average rainfall days in January
Mentasta Lake, AK

Average rainfall days in January - Mentasta Lake, AK
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.2 days).

Average snowfall in January
Mentasta Lake, AK

Average snowfall in January - Mentasta Lake, AK
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.62"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (5.94").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Mentasta Lake, AK

Average snowfall days in January - Mentasta Lake, AK
  • Average snowfall days in January: 12.6 days

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

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Mentasta Lake, AK

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Mentasta Lake, AK
  • Average daylight in January: 6h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 20h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 13h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in January
Mentasta Lake, AK

Average sunshine days in January - Mentasta Lake, AK
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Mentasta Lake, AK

Average UV index in January - Mentasta Lake, AK
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, September, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Mentasta Lake, AK

Average cloud cover in January - Mentasta Lake, AK
  • Average cloud cover in January: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in January
Mentasta Lake, AK

Average visibility in January - Mentasta Lake, AK
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are March and April (5mi).

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