January weather forecast
Nikolai, AK

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Nikolai, Alaska, is another arctic cold winter month, with an average temperature varying between -8°F (-22.2°C) and 2.5°F (-16.4°C).

Temperature

Nikolai reaches its lowest average temperatures in January, measuring 2.5°F (-16.4°C) at the peak and -8°F (-22.2°C) at the lowest.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 93%.

Rainfall

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

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Nikolai is 6h and 2min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 10:52 am and sunset at 3:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:52 am and sunset at 5:09 pm AKST.

Sunshine

In Nikolai, 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during January translates into these guidelines:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jul 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

January is the month when Nikolai sees the average lowest temperatures, with a high of 2.5°F (-16.4°C) and a low of -8°F (-22.2°C).

How cold is January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Nikolai, is 2.5°F (-16.4°C), while the low-temperature averages to -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?

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 2.5 days and typically collects 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in Nikolai?

In January, the rain falls for 2.5 days. Throughout January, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In Nikolai, in January, snow falls for 11.2 days, with typically accumulated 3.27" (83mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Nikolai have in January?

In Nikolai, the average day length in January is 6h and 2min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 10:52 am and sunset at 3:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:52 am and sunset at 5:09 pm AKST.

How many hours of sunshine does Nikolai have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 3.2h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January, March, 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 Nikolai?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Nikolai, AK

Average temperature in January - Nikolai, 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
Nikolai, AK

Average pressure in January - Nikolai, 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
Nikolai, AK

Average wind speed in January - Nikolai, 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
Nikolai, AK

Average humidity in January - Nikolai, 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
Nikolai, AK

Average rainfall in January - Nikolai, 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
Nikolai, AK

Average rainfall days in January - Nikolai, 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
Nikolai, AK

Average snowfall in January - Nikolai, 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
Nikolai, AK

Average snowfall days in January - Nikolai, 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
Nikolai, AK

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Nikolai, 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
Nikolai, AK

Average sunshine days in January - Nikolai, 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
Nikolai, AK

Average UV index in January - Nikolai, 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
Nikolai, AK

Average cloud cover in January - Nikolai, 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
Nikolai, AK

Average visibility in January - Nikolai, 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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