January weather forecast
Wells, AK

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Wells, Alaska, is a freezing cold winter month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 13.5°F (-10.3°C) and an average high of 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

Temperature

Wells witnesses the coldest weather in January, with temperatures averaging a high of 21.6°F (-5.8°C) and a low of 13.5°F (-10.3°C).

Humidity

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 92%.

Rainfall

In Wells, during January, the rain falls for 15.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.51" (140mm) of precipitation. In Wells, during the entire year, the rain falls for 200.4 days and collects up to 48.03" (1220mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In January, it is snowing for 14.9 days. Throughout January, 18.82" (478mm) of snow is accumulated. In Wells, during the entire year, snow falls for 83.4 days and aggregates up to 86.57" (2199mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Wells, the average length of the day in January is 7h and 2min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 9:00 am and sunset at 3:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:16 am and sunset at 4:17 pm AKST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 3.7h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in January converts into the following recommendations:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Wells?

In Wells, January is the month with the lowest recorded average temperatures, measuring a high of 21.6°F (-5.8°C) and a low of 13.5°F (-10.3°C).

How cold is it in January?

The high-temperature during January is 21.6°F (-5.8°C) and the low-temperature is 13.5°F (-10.3°C).

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 92%, January is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in January?

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

How much does it rain in January?

In Wells, in January, it is raining for 15.5 days, with typically 5.51" (140mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in January?

In Wells, in January, during 14.9 snowfall days, 18.82" (478mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Wells have in January?

In Wells, Alaska, the average day length in January is 7h and 2min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 9:00 am and sunset at 3:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:16 am and sunset at 4:17 pm AKST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January and December, with an average of 3.7h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 3.7h.

What is the UV index reading in January?

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

Average temperature in January - Wells, AK
  • Average high temperature in January: 21.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (56.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 13.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (44.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (12.4°F).

Average pressure in January
Wells, AK

Average pressure in January - Wells, AK
  • Average pressure in January: 29.87"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (30.01"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (29.81"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Wells, AK

Average wind speed in January - Wells, AK
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (4.7mph).

Average humidity in January
Wells, AK

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (78%).

Average rainfall in January
Wells, AK

Average rainfall in January - Wells, AK
  • Average rainfall in January: 5.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (5.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (2.2").

Average rainfall days in January
Wells, AK

Average rainfall days in January - Wells, AK
  • Average rainfall days in January: 15.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (20.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Wells, AK

Average snowfall in January - Wells, AK
  • Average snowfall in January: 18.82"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (21.06").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Wells, AK

Average snowfall days in January - Wells, AK
  • Average snowfall days in January: 14.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (17.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Wells, AK
  • Average daylight in January: 7h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in January
Wells, AK

Average sunshine days in January - Wells, AK
  • Average sunshine days in January: 7.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is February (10.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (6.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Wells, AK

Average UV index in January - Wells, 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 February, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Wells, AK

Average cloud cover in January - Wells, AK
  • Average cloud cover in January: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 47).

Average visibility in January
Wells, AK

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

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

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