January weather forecast
Point MacKenzie, AK

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Point MacKenzie, Alaska, with an average temperature varying between 19.2°F (-7.1°C) and 10.6°F (-11.9°C).

Temperature

With an average high-temperature of 19.2°F (-7.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 10.6°F (-11.9°C), January is the coldest month.

Humidity

In Point MacKenzie, the average relative humidity in January is 87%.

Rainfall

In Point MacKenzie, in January, it is raining for 8 days, with typically 0.63" (16mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 137.5 rainfall days, and 11.97" (304mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In January, it is snowing for 8.7 days. Throughout January, 3.23" (82mm) of snow is accumulated. In Point MacKenzie, Alaska, during the entire year, snow falls for 56.8 days and aggregates up to 22.48" (571mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 6h and 32min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 10:15 am and sunset at 3:51 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 9:23 am and sunset at 5:02 pm AKST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 4.1h.

UV index

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during January translates into the following directions:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

January is the month that records the lowest temperatures, with averages ranging from a high of 19.2°F (-7.1°C) to a low of 10.6°F (-11.9°C).

How cold is it in January?

In January, in Point MacKenzie, the average high-temperature is 19.2°F (-7.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 10.6°F (-11.9°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In Point MacKenzie, Alaska, the average relative humidity in January is 87%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In January, in Point MacKenzie, the rain falls for 8 days. Throughout January, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Point MacKenzie, during January, snow falls for 8.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.23" (82mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Point MacKenzie have in January?

In January, the average day length is 6h and 32min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 10:15 am and sunset at 3:51 pm. On the last day of the month, in Point MacKenzie, sunrise is at 9:23 am and sunset at 5:02 pm AKST.

How many hours of sunshine does Point MacKenzie have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 4.1h.

What is the UV index reading in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Point MacKenzie, AK

Average temperature in January - Point MacKenzie, AK
  • Average high temperature in January: 19.2°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 (19.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 10.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (50.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.6°F).

Average pressure in January
Point MacKenzie, AK

Average pressure in January - Point MacKenzie, AK
  • Average pressure in January: 29.71"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.96"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are November and December (29.68"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Point MacKenzie, AK

Average wind speed in January - Point MacKenzie, AK
  • Average wind speed in January: 4.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (4.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Point MacKenzie, AK

Average humidity in January - Point MacKenzie, AK
  • Average humidity in January: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (64%).

Average rainfall in January
Point MacKenzie, AK

Average rainfall in January - Point MacKenzie, AK
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (1.77").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are April and May (0.59").

Average rainfall days in January
Point MacKenzie, AK

Average rainfall days in January - Point MacKenzie, AK
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.4 days).

Average snowfall in January
Point MacKenzie, AK

Average snowfall in January - Point MacKenzie, AK
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.23"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (5.67").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Point MacKenzie, AK

Average snowfall days in January - Point MacKenzie, AK
  • Average snowfall days in January: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (11.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Point MacKenzie, AK

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Point MacKenzie, AK
  • Average daylight in January: 6h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Point MacKenzie, AK

Average sunshine days in January - Point MacKenzie, AK
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (11.6 days).

Average UV index in January
Point MacKenzie, AK

Average UV index in January - Point MacKenzie, AK
  • Average UV index in January: 2

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

Average cloud cover in January
Point MacKenzie, AK

Average cloud cover in January - Point MacKenzie, AK
  • Average cloud cover in January: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in January
Point MacKenzie, AK

Average visibility in January - Point MacKenzie, 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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