January weather forecast
Port Heiden, AK

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Port Heiden, Alaska, with an average temperature varying between 23.4°F (-4.8°C) and 28.9°F (-1.7°C).

Temperature

Port Heiden witnesses the coldest weather in January, with temperatures averaging a high of 28.9°F (-1.7°C) and a low of 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

Humidity

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 88%.

Rainfall

In Port Heiden, in January, during 10.2 rainfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Port Heiden, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.7 days and collects up to 16.57" (421mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In Port Heiden, in January, snow falls for 14.5 days, with typically accumulated 3.78" (96mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 83.4 snowfall days, and 23.94" (608mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 7h and 34min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 10:11 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of January, in Port Heiden, Alaska, sunrise is at 9:35 am and sunset at 6:00 pm AKST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 2.5h.

UV index

In Port Heiden, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during January translates into the following directions:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest?

Port Heiden reaches its average lowest temperatures in January, measuring 28.9°F (-1.7°C) at the peak and 23.4°F (-4.8°C) at the lowest.

How cold is January?

In Port Heiden, 28.9°F (-1.7°C) is the average high-temperature and 23.4°F (-4.8°C) is the average low-temperature during January.

What is the most humid month?

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 88%.

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 88%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Port Heiden, in January, it is raining for 10.2 days, with typically 1.14" (29mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Port Heiden, in January, during 14.5 snowfall days, 3.78" (96mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Port Heiden have in January?

In January, the average day length is 7h and 34min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 10:11 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:35 am and sunset at 6:00 pm AKST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 2.5h.

How high is the UV index in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Port Heiden, AK

Average temperature in January - Port Heiden, AK
  • Average high temperature in January: 28.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (56.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 23.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (49.1°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and March (23.4°F).

Average pressure in January
Port Heiden, AK

Average pressure in January - Port Heiden, AK
  • Average pressure in January: 29.56"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.97"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (29.54"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Port Heiden, AK

Average wind speed in January - Port Heiden, AK
  • Average wind speed in January: 13.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (14.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (9.1mph).

Average humidity in January
Port Heiden, AK

Average humidity in January - Port Heiden, AK
  • Average humidity in January: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (78%).

Average rainfall in January
Port Heiden, AK

Average rainfall in January - Port Heiden, AK
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.83").

Average rainfall days in January
Port Heiden, AK

Average rainfall days in January - Port Heiden, AK
  • Average rainfall days in January: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is March (7.6 days).

Average snowfall in January
Port Heiden, AK

Average snowfall in January - Port Heiden, AK
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.78"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (5.71").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Port Heiden, AK

Average snowfall days in January - Port Heiden, AK
  • Average snowfall days in January: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (15.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Port Heiden, AK

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Port Heiden, AK
  • Average daylight in January: 7h and 4min

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 54min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 2h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 7h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in January
Port Heiden, AK

Average sunshine days in January - Port Heiden, AK
  • Average sunshine days in January: 9.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (13 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (6 days).

Average UV index in January
Port Heiden, AK

Average UV index in January - Port Heiden, AK
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, March, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Port Heiden, AK

Average cloud cover in January - Port Heiden, AK
  • Average cloud cover in January: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 59).

Average visibility in January
Port Heiden, AK

Average visibility in January - Port Heiden, AK
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, November and December (5mi).

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