January weather forecast
Tofty, AK

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a polar cold winter month in Tofty, Alaska, with temperature in the range of an average low of -11.4°F (-24.1°C) and an average high of -1.1°F (-18.4°C).

Temperature

January, on average, is the coldest month, registering a high temperature of -1.1°F (-18.4°C) and a low of -11.4°F (-24.1°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January through March and December, with an average relative humidity of 94%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall in Tofty. Rain falls for 2.3 days and accumulates 0.28" (7mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Tofty, Alaska, in January, snow falls for 9.3 days, with typically accumulated 1.69" (43mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 80 snowfall days, and 26.22" (666mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 5h and 13min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 11:11 am and sunset at 3:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:54 am and sunset at 4:39 pm AKST.

Sunshine

In Tofty, Alaska, the average sunshine in January is 3.7h.

UV index

In Tofty, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during January translates into the following recommendations:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

January brings the lowest temperatures, with an average high of -1.1°F (-18.4°C) and an average low of -11.4°F (-24.1°C).

How cold is January?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during January are -1.1°F (-18.4°C) and -11.4°F (-24.1°C) respectively.

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are January through March and December, with an average relative humidity of 94%.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 94%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall in Tofty is January, when the rain falls for 2.3 days and typically collects 0.28" (7mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Tofty, in January, it is raining for 2.3 days, with typically 0.28" (7mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Tofty, in January, during 9.3 snowfall days, 1.69" (43mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

The average day length in January is 5h and 13min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 11:11 am and sunset at 3:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:54 am and sunset at 4:39 pm AKST.

How many hours of sunshine does Tofty have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 3.7h.

How high is the UV index in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Tofty, AK

Average temperature in January - Tofty, AK
  • Average high temperature in January: -1.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (69.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-1.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: -11.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (49.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-11.4°F).

Average pressure in January
Tofty, AK

Average pressure in January - Tofty, AK
  • Average pressure in January: 29.95"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (29.97"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.77"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Tofty, AK

Average wind speed in January - Tofty, AK
  • Average wind speed in January: 4.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (4.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January, February, October, November and December (4.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Tofty, AK

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February, March and December (94%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (54%).

Average rainfall in January
Tofty, AK

Average rainfall in January - Tofty, AK
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.28").

Average rainfall days in January
Tofty, AK

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (14.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.5 days).

Average snowfall in January
Tofty, AK

Average snowfall in January - Tofty, AK
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.69"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (6.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Tofty, AK

Average snowfall days in January - Tofty, AK
  • Average snowfall days in January: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is November (13.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Tofty, AK
  • Average daylight in January: 5h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 21h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 3h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in January
Tofty, AK

Average sunshine days in January - Tofty, AK
  • Average sunshine days in January: 22.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (13.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Tofty, AK

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are March, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Tofty, AK

Average cloud cover in January - Tofty, AK
  • Average cloud cover in January: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in January
Tofty, AK

Average visibility in January - Tofty, AK
  • Average visibility in January: 3mi

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

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