January weather forecast
Paimiut, AK

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Paimiut, Alaska, is another frigid cold winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 9.3°F (-12.6°C) and -0°F (-17.8°C).

Temperature

In Paimiut, the lowest temperatures are generally noted in January, averaging a high of 9.3°F (-12.6°C) and a low of -0°F (-17.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 91%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall are January and May Rain falls for 5.6 days and accumulates 0.63" (16mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In January, it is snowing for 12 days. Throughout January, 3.62" (92mm) of snow is accumulated. In Paimiut, during the entire year, snow falls for 86.5 days and aggregates up to 23.43" (595mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Paimiut, the average length of the day in January is 6h and 22min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 11:02 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of January, in Paimiut, sunrise is at 10:08 am and sunset at 5:40 pm AKST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 3.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in January converts into the following recommendations:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest?

During the coldest month in Paimiut, January, temperatures average a high of 9.3°F (-12.6°C) and a low of -0°F (-17.8°C).

How cold is January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Paimiut, records 9.3°F (-12.6°C), while the low-temperature is -0°F (-17.8°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In Paimiut, the average relative humidity in January is 91%.

What is the driest month?

January and May are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 5.6 days and typically aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Paimiut, in January, it is raining for 5.6 days, with typically 0.63" (16mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Paimiut, during January, snow falls for 12 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.62" (92mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January in Paimiut?

The average day length in January is 6h and 22min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 11:02 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:08 am and sunset at 5:40 pm AKST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In Paimiut, Alaska, the average sunshine duration in January is 3.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from 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
Paimiut, AK

Average temperature in January - Paimiut, AK
  • Average high temperature in January: 9.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (64.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (9.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 0°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (49.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0°F).

Average pressure in January
Paimiut, AK

Average pressure in January - Paimiut, AK
  • Average pressure in January: 29.76"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.93"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (29.68"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Paimiut, AK

Average wind speed in January - Paimiut, AK
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7mph).

Average humidity in January
Paimiut, AK

Average humidity in January - Paimiut, AK
  • Average humidity in January: 91%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (62%).

Average rainfall in January
Paimiut, AK

Average rainfall in January - Paimiut, AK
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.57").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and May (0.63").

Average rainfall days in January
Paimiut, AK

Average rainfall days in January - Paimiut, AK
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is March (4.4 days).

Average snowfall in January
Paimiut, AK

Average snowfall in January - Paimiut, AK
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.62"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Paimiut, AK

Average snowfall days in January - Paimiut, AK
  • Average snowfall days in January: 12 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (16.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Paimiut, AK

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Paimiut, AK
  • Average daylight in January: 6h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 9h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Paimiut, AK

Average sunshine days in January - Paimiut, AK
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (11.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Paimiut, AK

Average UV index in January - Paimiut, AK
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, March and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Paimiut, AK

Average cloud cover in January - Paimiut, AK
  • Average cloud cover in January: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 47).

Average visibility in January
Paimiut, AK

Average visibility in January - Paimiut, AK
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are March and April (4mi).

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