January weather forecast
Russian Mission, AK

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Russian Mission, Alaska, is an extremely cold winter month, with an average temperature varying between -0°F (-17.8°C) and 9.3°F (-12.6°C).

Temperature

January, characterized by an average high temperature of 9.3°F (-12.6°C) and a low temperature of -0°F (-17.8°C), is generally the coldest month.

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 Russian Mission, in January, during 12 snowfall days, 3.62" (92mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 86.5 snowfall days, and 23.43" (595mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 6h and 25min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 11:05 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 10:11 am and sunset at 5:45 pm AKST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 3.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during January translates into the following directions:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

January tends to be the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a daily high of 9.3°F (-12.6°C) and a low of -0°F (-17.8°C).

How cold is it in January?

In Russian Mission, in January, the average high-temperature is 9.3°F (-12.6°C), and the average low-temperature is -0°F (-17.8°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 91%.

What is the driest month?

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

How many days does it rain in January?

In Russian Mission, 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 Russian Mission, in January, snow falls for 12 days, with typically accumulated 3.62" (92mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Russian Mission have in January?

In Russian Mission, the average day length in January is 6h and 25min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 11:05 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:11 am and sunset at 5:45 pm AKST.

How many hours of sunshine does Russian Mission have in January?

In Russian Mission, 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
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
Russian Mission, AK

Average temperature in January - Russian Mission, 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
Russian Mission, AK

Average pressure in January - Russian Mission, 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
Russian Mission, AK

Average wind speed in January - Russian Mission, 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
Russian Mission, AK

Average humidity in January - Russian Mission, 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
Russian Mission, AK

Average rainfall in January - Russian Mission, 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
Russian Mission, AK

Average rainfall days in January - Russian Mission, 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
Russian Mission, AK

Average snowfall in January - Russian Mission, 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
Russian Mission, AK

Average snowfall days in January - Russian Mission, 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
Russian Mission, AK

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 30min).
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
Russian Mission, AK

Average sunshine days in January - Russian Mission, 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
Russian Mission, AK

Average UV index in January - Russian Mission, 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
Russian Mission, AK

Average cloud cover in January - Russian Mission, 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
Russian Mission, AK

Average visibility in January - Russian Mission, 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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