January weather forecast
Sheshalik, AK

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Sheshalik, Alaska, is another frigid cold winter month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 6.3°F (-14.3°C) and an average low of -1.1°F (-18.4°C).

Temperature

The lowest temperatures are recorded in January, with averages reaching a high of 6.3°F (-14.3°C) and a low of -1.1°F (-18.4°C).

Humidity

In Sheshalik, Alaska, the average relative humidity in January is 89%.

Rainfall

In Sheshalik, during January, the rain falls for 2.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 83.3 rainfall days, and 11.85" (301mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Sheshalik, in January, during 10.3 snowfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 86.9 snowfall days, and 21.46" (545mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 4h and 12min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 12:47 pm and sunset at 3:02 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 11:00 am and sunset at 5:08 pm AKST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 2.7h.

UV index

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during January translates into the following guidance:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 29, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Sheshalik?

January stands out as Sheshalik's coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 6.3°F (-14.3°C) and a low-temperature of -1.1°F (-18.4°C).

How cold is January?

In January, in Sheshalik, the average high-temperature is 6.3°F (-14.3°C), and the average low-temperature is -1.1°F (-18.4°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In Sheshalik, the average relative humidity in January is 89%.

How much does it rain in Sheshalik in January?

In Sheshalik, in January, it is raining for 2.3 days, with typically 0.55" (14mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Sheshalik, in January, snow falls for 10.3 days, with typically accumulated 2.52" (64mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

The average day length in January is 4h and 12min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 12:47 pm and sunset at 3:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 11:00 am and sunset at 5:08 pm AKST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 2.7h.

How high is the UV index in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index 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
Sheshalik, AK

Average temperature in January - Sheshalik, AK
  • Average high temperature in January: 6.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (54.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (6.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: -1.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (48.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-1.1°F).

Average pressure in January
Sheshalik, AK

Average pressure in January - Sheshalik, AK
  • Average pressure in January: 29.93"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (29.96"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are September and October (29.77"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Sheshalik, AK

Average wind speed in January - Sheshalik, AK
  • Average wind speed in January: 11.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (13.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (7.9mph).

Average humidity in January
Sheshalik, AK

Average humidity in January - Sheshalik, AK
  • Average humidity in January: 89%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (74%).

Average rainfall in January
Sheshalik, AK

Average rainfall in January - Sheshalik, AK
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.85").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.47").

Average rainfall days in January
Sheshalik, AK

Average rainfall days in January - Sheshalik, AK
  • Average rainfall days in January: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.2 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and December (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Sheshalik, AK

Average snowfall in January - Sheshalik, AK
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.52"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Sheshalik, AK

Average snowfall days in January - Sheshalik, AK
  • Average snowfall days in January: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (12.6 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Sheshalik, AK
  • Average daylight in January: 4h and 1min

The month with the longest days is May (Average daylight: 20h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 0h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 2h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 0h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Sheshalik, AK

Average sunshine days in January - Sheshalik, AK
  • Average sunshine days in January: 19.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (13 days).

Average UV index in January
Sheshalik, AK

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

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

Average cloud cover in January
Sheshalik, AK

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in January
Sheshalik, AK

Average visibility in January - Sheshalik, 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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