January weather forecast
Sunnyside, AK

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Sunnyside, Alaska, is a freezing cold winter month, with an average temperature ranging between max 30.7°F (-0.7°C) and min 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

Temperature

Sunnyside's coldest month, January, generally records average temperatures ranging from a high of 30.7°F (-0.7°C) to a low of 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 89%.

Rainfall

In January, in Sunnyside, Alaska, the rain falls for 13.6 days. Throughout January, 4.02" (102mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Sunnyside, during the entire year, the rain falls for 182.7 days and collects up to 37.4" (950mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall in Sunnyside is January, when snow falls for 10.9 days and typically aggregates up to 11.22" (285mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Sunnyside, the average length of the day in January is 7h and 22min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:50 am and sunset at 3:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 4:26 pm AKST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 2.9h of sunshine.

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: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in January translates into the following instructions:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

In Sunnyside, the lowest temperatures are generally noted in January, averaging a high of 30.7°F (-0.7°C) and a low of 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

How cold is it in Sunnyside in January?

The high-temperature during January is 30.7°F (-0.7°C) and the low-temperature is 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

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

How many days does it rain in January?

In Sunnyside, during January, the rain falls for 13.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.02" (102mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 10.9 days and accumulates 11.22" (285mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Sunnyside, in January, snow falls for 10.9 days, with typically accumulated 11.22" (285mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Sunnyside have in January?

In January, the average day length in Sunnyside is 7h and 22min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:50 am and sunset at 3:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 4:26 pm AKST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 2.9h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Sunnyside have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 2.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in January?

In Sunnyside, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Sunnyside, AK

Average temperature in January - Sunnyside, AK
  • Average high temperature in January: 30.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (57.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 26.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (49.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (25.9°F).

Average pressure in January
Sunnyside, AK

Average pressure in January - Sunnyside, AK
  • Average pressure in January: 29.82"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (30.03"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (29.77"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Sunnyside, AK

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and July (3.7mph).

Average humidity in January
Sunnyside, AK

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (84%).

Average rainfall in January
Sunnyside, AK

Average rainfall in January - Sunnyside, AK
  • Average rainfall in January: 4.02"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are October and November (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (1.61").

Average rainfall days in January
Sunnyside, AK

Average rainfall days in January - Sunnyside, AK
  • Average rainfall days in January: 13.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.2 days).

Average snowfall in January
Sunnyside, AK

Average snowfall in January - Sunnyside, AK
  • Average snowfall in January: 11.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (11.22").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Sunnyside, AK

Average snowfall days in January - Sunnyside, AK
  • Average snowfall days in January: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (13.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Sunnyside, AK
  • Average daylight in January: 7h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 2h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 7h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in January
Sunnyside, AK

Average sunshine days in January - Sunnyside, AK
  • Average sunshine days in January: 9.6 days

The months with the most sunshine days are February and May (12.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.7 days).

Average UV index in January
Sunnyside, AK

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Sunnyside, AK

Average cloud cover in January - Sunnyside, AK
  • Average cloud cover in January: 70

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 56).

Average visibility in January
Sunnyside, AK

Average visibility in January - Sunnyside, AK
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are July and August (4mi).

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