January weather forecast
Shishmaref, AK

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is an extremely cold winter month in Shishmaref, Alaska, with an average temperature varying between 7.9°F (-13.4°C) and -0.2°F (-17.9°C).

Temperature

January, with its average high-temperature of 7.9°F (-13.4°C) and an average low-temperature of -0.2°F (-17.9°C), holds the record as the coldest month.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January through March, with an average relative humidity of 92%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 1.8 days and typically collects 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In Shishmaref, during January, snow falls for 9.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of snow. In Shishmaref, during the entire year, snow falls for 75.9 days and aggregates up to 10.91" (277mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Shishmaref, Alaska, the average length of the day in January is 4h and 39min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 12:37 pm and sunset at 3:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 11:05 am and sunset at 5:29 pm AKST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 1.9h.

UV index

January, February, April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 1 in January, converts into the following recommendations:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jul 18, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

In Shishmaref, January records the average lowest temperatures, peaking at 7.9°F (-13.4°C) and reaching a low of -0.2°F (-17.9°C).

How cold is it in January?

In Shishmaref, 7.9°F (-13.4°C) is the average high-temperature and -0.2°F (-17.9°C) is the average low-temperature during January.

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity are January through March, with an average relative humidity of 92%.

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 92%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall in Shishmaref is January, when the rain falls for 1.8 days and typically collects 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Shishmaref in January?

In Shishmaref, in January, it is raining for 1.8 days, with typically 0.31" (8mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 9.2 days. Throughout January, 1.22" (31mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

The average day length in January is 4h and 39min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Shishmaref?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 12:37 pm and sunset at 3:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 11:05 am and sunset at 5:29 pm AKST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In Shishmaref, the average sunshine duration in January is 1.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Shishmaref, AK

Average temperature in January - Shishmaref, AK
  • Average high temperature in January: 7.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (52.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (7.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: -0.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (45.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (-0.8°F).

Average pressure in January
Shishmaref, AK

Average pressure in January - Shishmaref, AK
  • Average pressure in January: 29.91"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are March and May (29.95"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (29.74"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Shishmaref, AK

Average wind speed in January - Shishmaref, AK
  • Average wind speed in January: 12mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (14.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (9mph).

Average humidity in January
Shishmaref, AK

Average humidity in January - Shishmaref, AK
  • Average humidity in January: 92%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (92%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, September and October (79%).

Average rainfall in January
Shishmaref, AK

Average rainfall in January - Shishmaref, AK
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.31").

Average rainfall days in January
Shishmaref, AK

Average rainfall days in January - Shishmaref, AK
  • Average rainfall days in January: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (12.4 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and December (1.5 days).

Average snowfall in January
Shishmaref, AK

Average snowfall in January - Shishmaref, AK
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Shishmaref, AK

Average snowfall days in January - Shishmaref, AK
  • Average snowfall days in January: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (12 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is July (Average daylight: 19h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 2h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 1h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 0h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Shishmaref, AK

Average sunshine days in January - Shishmaref, AK
  • Average sunshine days in January: 20.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (14.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Shishmaref, AK

Average UV index in January - Shishmaref, AK
  • Average UV index in January: 1

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

Average cloud cover in January
Shishmaref, AK

Average cloud cover in January - Shishmaref, AK
  • Average cloud cover in January: 66

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 45).

Average visibility in January
Shishmaref, AK

Average visibility in January - Shishmaref, 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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