Contents
- Weather in January
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in January
- Average pressure in January
- Average wind speed in January
- Average humidity in January
- Average rainfall in January
- Average rainfall days in January
- Average snowfall in January
- Average snowfall days in January
- Average sea temperature in January
- Average daylight in January
- Average sunshine in January
- Average sunshine days in January
- Average UV index in January
- Average cloud cover in January
- Average visibility in January
Weather in January
Temperature
The coldest temperatures occur during January, when averages reach a peak of 10.4°F (-12°C) and a low of 2.7°F (-16.3°C).Humidity
In Nome, the average relative humidity in January is 88%.Rainfall
In Nome, during January, the rain falls for 1.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 81.6 rainfall days, and 16.77" (426mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In Nome, during January, snow falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.58" (91mm) of snow. In Nome, during the entire year, snow falls for 65.1 days and aggregates up to 25" (635mm) of snow.Ocean temperature
January through April, with an average ocean temperature of 28.9°F (-1.7°C), are months with the coldest seawater in Nome.Note: In water-based activities like swimming, this poses significant life risks. The cold water results in agonizing discomfort and quick hyperventilation. A specialized swimsuit is crucial to reduce the potential thermal damage.
Daylight
In Nome, the average length of the day in January is 5h and 29min.On the first day of January, sunrise is at 11:58 am and sunset at 4:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:47 am and sunset at 5:42 pm AKST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in January in Nome is 3.1h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Nome are January, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: During January, 1 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the coldest months in Nome?
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How many hours of daylight does Nome have in January?
When are sunrise and sunset in January?
How long on average sun shines in January?
What are the months with the lowest UV index?
How high is the UV index in January?
Average temperature in January
Nome, AK
- Average high temperature in January: 10.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (54.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (10.4°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 2.7°F
The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (48.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2.7°F).
Average pressure in January
Nome, AK
- Average pressure in January: 29.84"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (29.94"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (29.7"Hg).
Average wind speed in January
Nome, AK
- Average wind speed in January: 10.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (13.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (8mph).
Average humidity in January
Nome, AK
- Average humidity in January: 88%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (76%).
Average rainfall in January
Nome, AK
- Average rainfall in January: 0.91"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.2").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (0.71").
Average rainfall days in January
Nome, AK
- Average rainfall days in January: 1.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.3 days).
Average snowfall in January
Nome, AK
- Average snowfall in January: 3.58"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (5.08").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Nome, AK
- Average snowfall days in January: 10.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (11.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average sea temperature in January
Nome, AK
- Average sea temperature in January: 29°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (52.5°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are March and April (28.9°F).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Nome, AK
- Average daylight in January: 5h and 3min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 21h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in January: 3h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 7h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 0h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in January
Nome, AK
- Average sunshine days in January: 20.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is March (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (13.6 days).
Average UV index in January
Nome, AK
- Average UV index in January: 1
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, October, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in January
Nome, AK
- Average cloud cover in January: 51
The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 47).
Average visibility in January
Nome, AK
- Average visibility in January: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April and December (5mi).
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