January weather forecast
Ridgeway, AK

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Ridgeway, Alaska, with temperature in the range of an average low of 15.8°F (-9°C) and an average high of 22.5°F (-5.3°C).

Temperature

With average high and low temperatures of 22.5°F (-5.3°C) and 15.8°F (-9°C) respectively, January is Ridgeway's coldest month.

Humidity

January through March, with an average relative humidity of 90%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Ridgeway, in January, during 9.3 rainfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 158.2 rainfall days, and 21.93" (557mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Ridgeway, Alaska, during January, snow falls for 12.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.12" (130mm) of snow. In Ridgeway, during the entire year, snow falls for 74.6 days and aggregates up to 37.32" (948mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 6h and 46min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 10:11 am and sunset at 4:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:23 am and sunset at 5:12 pm AKST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 3.4h.

UV index

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during January leads to these advisories:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jun 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

Temperature records mark January as the coldest month, with highs averaging 22.5°F (-5.3°C) and lows at 15.8°F (-9°C).

How cold is January?

During January, Ridgeway experiences an average high-temperature of 22.5°F (-5.3°C) and a low-temperature of 15.8°F (-9°C).

What is the most humid month in Ridgeway?

January through March, with an average relative humidity of 90%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 90%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Ridgeway, during January, the rain falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Ridgeway, in January, snow falls for 12.3 days, with typically accumulated 5.12" (130mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Ridgeway have in January?

In January, the average day length is 6h and 46min.

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 4:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:23 am and sunset at 5:12 pm AKST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In Ridgeway, the average sunshine duration in January is 3.4h.

How high is the UV index in January?

In Ridgeway, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Ridgeway, AK

Average temperature in January - Ridgeway, AK
  • Average high temperature in January: 22.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (65.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 15.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (50.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.8°F).

Average pressure in January
Ridgeway, AK

Average pressure in January - Ridgeway, AK
  • Average pressure in January: 29.67"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.96"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are November and December (29.64"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Ridgeway, AK

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are November and December (7.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Ridgeway, AK

Average humidity in January - Ridgeway, AK
  • Average humidity in January: 90%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (65%).

Average rainfall in January
Ridgeway, AK

Average rainfall in January - Ridgeway, AK
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (1.1").

Average rainfall days in January
Ridgeway, AK

Average rainfall days in January - Ridgeway, AK
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.4 days).

Average snowfall in January
Ridgeway, AK

Average snowfall in January - Ridgeway, AK
  • Average snowfall in January: 5.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (9.45").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Ridgeway, AK

Average snowfall days in January - Ridgeway, AK
  • Average snowfall days in January: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (15.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Ridgeway, AK
  • Average daylight in January: 6h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in January
Ridgeway, AK

Average sunshine days in January - Ridgeway, AK
  • Average sunshine days in January: 13.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (13.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (9.2 days).

Average UV index in January
Ridgeway, AK

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

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Ridgeway, AK

Average cloud cover in January - Ridgeway, AK
  • Average cloud cover in January: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 47).

Average visibility in January
Ridgeway, AK

Average visibility in January - Ridgeway, 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 February and March (4mi).

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