January weather forecast
Sand Point, AK

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Weather in January

In Sand Point, Alaska, weather conditions in January are typically cold and damp. The humidity is relatively high, coupled with temperatures ranging from 31.3°F (-0.4°C) to 34.7°F (1.5°C). Despite the shorter days, wind speeds reach up to 21.6mph (34.8km/h) which stands as the strongest compared to the neighboring months. As days progress, the region experiences a gradual decrease in snowfall and increase in rainfall. There is a significant drop in temperature moving into February, making it one of the colder periods of the year.

Temperature

Upon the beginning of January, Sand Point's high-temperatures register at a still wintry 34.7°F (1.5°C), closely mirroring the preceding month. Night temperatures during January experience a slight downturn, averaging a freezing cold 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 14.3 days. Throughout January, 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 172 rainfall days, and 32.6" (828mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 10.4 days and accumulates 4.45" (113mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In Sand Point, the average seawater temperature in January is 39°F (3.9°C).
Note: In the sphere of swimming, this is extremely cold and poses life-endangering hazards. Hypothermia can occur almost instantly in the absence of insulated waterproof wear.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 7h and 52min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 10:08 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:35 am and sunset at 6:15 pm AKST.

Sunshine

In Sand Point, Alaska, the average sunshine in January is 2.8h.

UV index

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 8, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is January in Sand Point?

In Sand Point, in January, the average high-temperature is 34.7°F (1.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 82%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Sand Point, during January, the rain falls for 14.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 10.4 days and typically aggregates up to 4.45" (113mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in January?

In January, in Sand Point, it is snowing for 10.4 days. Throughout January, 4.45" (113mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the ocean temperature in January?

In Sand Point, in January, the average water temperature is 39°F (3.9°C). For swimming, this is considered extremely cold, dangerous, and life-threatening. Unless suitably protected with insulated waterproof clothing, hypothermia quickly occurs.

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

The average day length in January is 7h and 52min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 10:08 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:35 am and sunset at 6:15 pm AKST.

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

The average sunshine duration in January is 2.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in January?

In Sand Point, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Tomorrow
Long-term
YearJanuaryFMAMJJASOND
Dec
January
Feb
Average high temperature
37°F 2.8°C
34.7°F 1.5°C
35.2°F 1.8°C
Average low temperature
33.4°F 0.8°C
31.3°F -0.4°C
31.3°F -0.4°C
Average pressure
29.52" 750mmHg
29.52" 750mmHg
29.69" 754mmHg
Average wind speed
16.8mph 27km/h
15.3mph 24.6km/h
15.6mph 25.1km/h
Average max. wind speed
18.3mph 29.5km/h
16.2mph 26.1km/h
16.8mph 27km/h
Average wind speed gusts
23.6mph 38km/h
21.6mph 34.8km/h
22.4mph 36km/h
Average humidity
81%
82%
84%
Average rainfall
4.45" 113mm
3.5" 89mm
3.86" 98mm
Average rainfall days
18.2
14.3
13.8
Average snowfall
3.82" 97mm
4.45" 113mm
3.27" 83mm
Average snowfall days
10.2
10.4
9.8
Average sea temperature
42.2°F 5.7°C
39°F 3.9°C
38.6°F 3.7°C
Average daylight
7h 1min
7h 5min
9h 4min
Average sunshine
2h 2min
2h 5min
3h 3min
Average sunshine days
4.6
7.8
6.3
Average UV index
1
2
2
Average cloud cover
68%
64%
68%
Average visibility
5mi 8km
5mi 8km
5mi 8km

Average temperature in January
Sand Point, AK

Average temperature in January - Sand Point, AK
  • Average high temperature in January: 34.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (54.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is March (34°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 31.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (50.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (28.9°F).

Average pressure in January
Sand Point, AK

Average pressure in January - Sand Point, AK
  • Average pressure in January: 29.52"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.98"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are January and December (29.52"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Sand Point, AK

Average wind speed in January - Sand Point, AK
  • Average wind speed in January: 15.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (16.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (9.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Sand Point, AK

Average humidity in January - Sand Point, AK
  • Average humidity in January: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (79%).

Average rainfall in January
Sand Point, AK

Average rainfall in January - Sand Point, AK
  • Average rainfall in January: 3.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.45").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.26").

Average rainfall days in January
Sand Point, AK

Average rainfall days in January - Sand Point, AK
  • Average rainfall days in January: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (10.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Sand Point, AK

Average snowfall in January - Sand Point, AK
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.45"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.45").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Sand Point, AK

Average snowfall days in January - Sand Point, AK
  • Average snowfall days in January: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in January
Sand Point, AK

Average sea temperature in January - Sand Point, AK
  • Average sea temperature in January: 39°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (53.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (38°F).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Sand Point, AK
  • Average daylight in January: 7h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 2h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 6h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in January
Sand Point, AK

Average sunshine days in January - Sand Point, AK
  • Average sunshine days in January: 7.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (4.6 days).

Average UV index in January
Sand Point, AK

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

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

Average cloud cover in January
Sand Point, AK

Average cloud cover in January - Sand Point, AK
  • Average cloud cover in January: 64

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 68).
The months with the least cloud cover are March and September (Cloud cover 60).

Average visibility in January
Sand Point, AK

Average visibility in January - Sand Point, AK
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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