January weather forecast
Tok, AK

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Weather in January

January is a frigid month in Tok, Alaska, with an average maximum temperature barely rising above freezing at -0.2°F (-17.9°C) and a chilling low of -10.5°F (-23.6°C). Comparatively, this is colder than both December and February. A key characteristic of the January weather is the snowy conditions, with snowfall prevalent and the landscape blanketed in white. The weather is consistently cold, with a high likelihood of frost each and every day.

Temperature

Tok, Alaska, notes the coldest temperatures in January, with a high average of -0.2°F (-17.9°C) and a low of -10.5°F (-23.6°C).

Humidity

In Tok, the average relative humidity in January is 92%.

Rainfall

In Tok, in January, it is raining for 3 days, with typically 0.28" (7mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Tok, during the entire year, the rain falls for 82.1 days and collects up to 7.56" (192mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, August through December are months with snowfall. In Tok, Alaska, in January, during 11.6 snowfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Tok, Alaska, during the entire year, snow falls for 84.1 days and aggregates up to 17.28" (439mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 5h and 55min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 10:11 am and sunset at 2:59 pm. On the last day of January, in Tok, sunrise is at 9:09 am and sunset at 4:21 pm AKST.

Sunshine

In Tok, the average sunshine in January is 2.8h.

UV index

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 23, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

January proves to be the coldest month, recording an average maximum temperature of -0.2°F (-17.9°C) and a minimum temperature of -10.5°F (-23.6°C).

How cold is January?

In Tok, in January, the average high-temperature is -0.2°F (-17.9°C), and the average low-temperature is -10.5°F (-23.6°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 92%.

How much does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 3 days. Throughout January, 0.28" (7mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Tok, during January, snow falls for 11.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January in Tok?

In Tok, Alaska, the average day length in January is 5h and 55min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 10:11 am and sunset at 2:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:09 am and sunset at 4:21 pm AKST.

How many hours of sunshine does Tok have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 2.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in January
Tok, AK

Average temperature in January - Tok, AK
  • Average high temperature in January: -0.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (69.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-0.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: -10.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (49.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-10.5°F).

Average pressure in January
Tok, AK

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.78"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Tok, AK

Average wind speed in January - Tok, AK
  • Average wind speed in January: 4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (5.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (3.8mph).

Average humidity in January
Tok, AK

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (53%).

Average rainfall in January
Tok, AK

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (0.24").

Average rainfall days in January
Tok, AK

Average rainfall days in January - Tok, AK
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (1.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Tok, AK

Average snowfall in January - Tok, AK
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.09"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (3.39").
The months with the least snowfall are June and July (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Tok, AK

Average snowfall days in January - Tok, AK
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is November (15.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June and July (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 20h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 2h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 13h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 1h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Tok, AK

Average sunshine days in January - Tok, AK
  • Average sunshine days in January: 20.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.5 days).

Average UV index in January
Tok, AK

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

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

Average cloud cover in January
Tok, AK

Average cloud cover in January - Tok, AK
  • Average cloud cover in January: 57

The months with the most cloud cover are March and November (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in January
Tok, AK

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

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, November and December (4mi).

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