January weather forecast
Pelican, AK

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Pelican, Alaska, with an average temperature ranging between max 30.7°F (-0.7°C) and min 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

Temperature

January, noted for its average high-temperature of 30.7°F (-0.7°C) and an average low-temperature of 26.2°F (-3.2°C), is considered the coldest month.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 89%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 13.6 days. Throughout January, 4.02" (102mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Pelican, during the entire year, the rain falls for 182.7 days and collects up to 37.4" (950mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 10.9 days and typically aggregates up to 11.22" (285mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Pelican, the average length of the day in January is 7h and 22min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:49 am and sunset at 3:27 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 4:26 pm AKST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Pelican are January and December, with an average of 2.9h of sunshine.

UV index

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

January brings the lowest temperatures in Pelican, with an average high of 30.7°F (-0.7°C) and an average low of 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

How cold is January?

In January, in Pelican, the average high-temperature is 30.7°F (-0.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 89%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Pelican, during January, the rain falls for 13.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.02" (102mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall in Pelican is January, when snow falls for 10.9 days and typically aggregates up to 11.22" (285mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Pelican, in January, snow falls for 10.9 days, with typically accumulated 11.22" (285mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In Pelican, the average day length in January is 7h and 22min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:49 am and sunset at 3:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 4:26 pm AKST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January and December, with an average of 2.9h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Pelican have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 2.9h.

What is the UV index reading in January in Pelican?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Pelican, AK

Average temperature in January - Pelican, AK
  • Average high temperature in January: 30.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (57.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 26.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (49.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (25.9°F).

Average pressure in January
Pelican, AK

Average pressure in January - Pelican, AK
  • Average pressure in January: 29.82"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (30.03"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (29.77"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Pelican, AK

Average wind speed in January - Pelican, AK
  • Average wind speed in January: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and July (3.7mph).

Average humidity in January
Pelican, AK

Average humidity in January - Pelican, AK
  • Average humidity in January: 89%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (84%).

Average rainfall in January
Pelican, AK

Average rainfall in January - Pelican, AK
  • Average rainfall in January: 4.02"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are October and November (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (1.61").

Average rainfall days in January
Pelican, AK

Average rainfall days in January - Pelican, AK
  • Average rainfall days in January: 13.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.2 days).

Average snowfall in January
Pelican, AK

Average snowfall in January - Pelican, AK
  • Average snowfall in January: 11.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (11.22").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Pelican, AK

Average snowfall days in January - Pelican, AK
  • Average snowfall days in January: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (13.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Pelican, AK
  • Average daylight in January: 7h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 2h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 7h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in January
Pelican, AK

Average sunshine days in January - Pelican, AK
  • Average sunshine days in January: 9.6 days

The months with the most sunshine days are February and May (12.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.7 days).

Average UV index in January
Pelican, AK

Average UV index in January - Pelican, 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 November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Pelican, AK

Average cloud cover in January - Pelican, AK
  • Average cloud cover in January: 70

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 56).

Average visibility in January
Pelican, AK

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

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are July and August (4mi).

Pelican, Alaska, USA

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