January weather forecast
Old Harbor, AK

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Old Harbor, Alaska, is an icy winter month, with an average temperature ranging between min 30.7°F (-0.7°C) and max 35.4°F (1.9°C).

Temperature

The coldest time of the year is January, with temperatures averaging a high of 35.4°F (1.9°C) and a low of 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 83%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 13.2 days. Throughout January, 3.66" (93mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 171.2 rainfall days, and 37.32" (948mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Old Harbor are January through May, September through December. In Old Harbor, in January, during 6.6 snowfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Old Harbor, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.1 days and aggregates up to 13.74" (349mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 7h and 31min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 9:52 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 9:14 am and sunset at 5:38 pm AKST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 2.6h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is January, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 1 in January, converts into the following recommendations:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

With average high temperatures of 35.4°F (1.9°C) and lows of 30.7°F (-0.7°C), January is the coldest month.

How cold is it in January?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Old Harbor, is 35.4°F (1.9°C), while the average low-temperature is 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In Old Harbor, the average relative humidity in January is 83%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Old Harbor, in January, during 13.2 rainfall days, 3.66" (93mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Old Harbor, in January, during 6.6 snowfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Old Harbor have in January?

The average day length in January is 7h and 31min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 9:52 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:14 am and sunset at 5:38 pm AKST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Old Harbor?

January and December, with an average of 2.6h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Old Harbor?

The average sunshine duration in January is 2.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The month with the lowest UV index is January, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in January?

In Old Harbor, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Old Harbor, AK

Average temperature in January - Old Harbor, AK
  • Average high temperature in January: 35.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (57.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 30.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (50.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (30.6°F).

Average pressure in January
Old Harbor, AK

Average pressure in January - Old Harbor, AK
  • Average pressure in January: 29.56"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.98"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (29.55"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Old Harbor, AK

Average wind speed in January - Old Harbor, AK
  • Average wind speed in January: 13.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (14.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).

Average humidity in January
Old Harbor, AK

Average humidity in January - Old Harbor, AK
  • Average humidity in January: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and November (80%).

Average rainfall in January
Old Harbor, AK

Average rainfall in January - Old Harbor, AK
  • Average rainfall in January: 3.66"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are October and November (4.53").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.85").

Average rainfall days in January
Old Harbor, AK

Average rainfall days in January - Old Harbor, AK
  • Average rainfall days in January: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is March (10.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Old Harbor, AK

Average snowfall in January - Old Harbor, AK
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.52"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Old Harbor, AK

Average snowfall days in January - Old Harbor, AK
  • Average snowfall days in January: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (8.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Old Harbor, AK

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Old Harbor, AK
  • Average daylight in January: 7h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 2h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 8h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Old Harbor, AK

Average sunshine days in January - Old Harbor, AK
  • Average sunshine days in January: 11.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (14.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.7 days).

Average UV index in January
Old Harbor, AK

Average UV index in January - Old Harbor, AK
  • Average UV index in January: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June, July, August and September (UV index 3).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Old Harbor, AK

Average cloud cover in January - Old Harbor, AK
  • Average cloud cover in January: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 52).

Average visibility in January
Old Harbor, AK

Average visibility in January - Old Harbor, AK
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

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

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