January weather forecast
Takotna, AK

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another arctic cold winter month in Takotna, Alaska, with an average temperature fluctuating between -8°F (-22.2°C) and 2.7°F (-16.3°C).

Temperature

The lowest temperatures are recorded in January, with averages reaching a high of 2.7°F (-16.3°C) and a low of -8°F (-22.2°C).

Humidity

In Takotna, the average relative humidity in January is 94%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 3.6 days and typically collects 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In January, it is snowing for 15 days. Throughout January, 4.57" (116mm) of snow is accumulated. In Takotna, Alaska, during the entire year, snow falls for 122.1 days and aggregates up to 54.53" (1385mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Takotna, the average length of the day in January is 6h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 10:58 am and sunset at 3:56 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 9:58 am and sunset at 5:16 pm AKST.

Sunshine

In Takotna, Alaska, the average sunshine in January is 3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 1 in January translates into the following instructions:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

January stands out as Takotna's coldest month, with temperatures ranging between an average high of 2.7°F (-16.3°C) and a low of -8°F (-22.2°C).

How cold is it in January?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 2.7°F (-16.3°C) and -8°F (-22.2°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January in Takotna is 94%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 3.6 days and typically collects 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Takotna, during January, the rain falls for 3.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Takotna, in January, snow falls for 15 days, with typically accumulated 4.57" (116mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Takotna have in January?

The average day length in January is 6h and 2min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 10:58 am and sunset at 3:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:58 am and sunset at 5:16 pm AKST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Takotna.

What is the UV index reading 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 the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Takotna, AK

Average temperature in January - Takotna, AK
  • Average high temperature in January: 2.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (65.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (2.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: -8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (48.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-8°F).

Average pressure in January
Takotna, AK

Average pressure in January - Takotna, AK
  • Average pressure in January: 29.83"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.92"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (29.72"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Takotna, AK

Average wind speed in January - Takotna, AK
  • Average wind speed in January: 5.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and May (5.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are February, April, August, September and December (5mph).

Average humidity in January
Takotna, AK

Average humidity in January - Takotna, AK
  • Average humidity in January: 94%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (95%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (64%).

Average rainfall in January
Takotna, AK

Average rainfall in January - Takotna, AK
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.52").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.63").

Average rainfall days in January
Takotna, AK

Average rainfall days in January - Takotna, AK
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Takotna, AK

Average snowfall in January - Takotna, AK
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.57"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (12.44").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Takotna, AK

Average snowfall days in January - Takotna, AK
  • Average snowfall days in January: 15 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (19.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Takotna, AK
  • Average daylight in January: 6h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 20h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in January
Takotna, AK

Average sunshine days in January - Takotna, AK
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (7.9 days).

Average UV index in January
Takotna, AK

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Takotna, AK

Average cloud cover in January - Takotna, AK
  • Average cloud cover in January: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 50).

Average visibility in January
Takotna, AK

Average visibility in January - Takotna, AK
  • Average visibility in January: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June and July (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February, March, April and December (3mi).

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