January weather forecast
Whale Pass, AK

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is a wintry winter month in Whale Pass, Alaska, with an average temperature ranging between min 31.8°F (-0.1°C) and max 37°F (2.8°C).

Temperature

Whale Pass, Alaska, sees the arrival of January with an average high-temperature of a still icy 37°F (2.8°C), indicating a subtle variation from December. A consistent nighttime average temperature of 31.8°F (-0.1°C) is maintained during January.

Humidity

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 90%.

Rainfall

In Whale Pass, in January, during 20.1 rainfall days, 7.95" (202mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Whale Pass, during the entire year, the rain falls for 231.7 days and collects up to 67.83" (1723mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Whale Pass, in January, snow falls for 7.2 days, with typically accumulated 8.74" (222mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 37.2 snowfall days, and 34.61" (879mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 7h and 43min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:24 am and sunset at 3:27 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 4:22 pm AKST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 2.6h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 1 in January transforms into the following instructions:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in January?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Whale Pass, is 37°F (2.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 31.8°F (-0.1°C).

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 90%, January is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 90%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Whale Pass, during January, the rain falls for 20.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.95" (202mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Whale Pass?

In January, it is snowing for 7.2 days. Throughout January, 8.74" (222mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Whale Pass have in January?

The average day length in January is 7h and 43min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:24 am and sunset at 3:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 4:22 pm AKST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 2.6h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In Whale Pass, the average sunshine duration in January is 2.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in January?

In Whale Pass, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in January
Whale Pass, AK

Average temperature in January - Whale Pass, AK
  • Average high temperature in January: 37°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (60.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (36.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 31.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (49.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (30.2°F).

Average pressure in January
Whale Pass, AK

Average pressure in January - Whale Pass, AK
  • Average pressure in January: 29.8"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (29.77"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Whale Pass, AK

Average wind speed in January - Whale Pass, AK
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.8mph).

Average humidity in January
Whale Pass, AK

Average humidity in January - Whale Pass, AK
  • Average humidity in January: 90%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and May (84%).

Average rainfall in January
Whale Pass, AK

Average rainfall in January - Whale Pass, AK
  • Average rainfall in January: 7.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (8.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (2.83").

Average rainfall days in January
Whale Pass, AK

Average rainfall days in January - Whale Pass, AK
  • Average rainfall days in January: 20.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (22.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (14.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Whale Pass, AK

Average snowfall in January - Whale Pass, AK
  • Average snowfall in January: 8.74"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (10.35").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Whale Pass, AK

Average snowfall days in January - Whale Pass, AK
  • Average snowfall days in January: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (10.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Whale Pass, AK

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Whale Pass, AK
  • Average daylight in January: 7h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 2h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are May and September (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Whale Pass, AK

Average sunshine days in January - Whale Pass, AK
  • Average sunshine days in January: 7.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (11.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (5.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Whale Pass, AK

Average UV index in January - Whale Pass, AK
  • Average UV index in January: 1

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

Average cloud cover in January
Whale Pass, AK

Average cloud cover in January - Whale Pass, AK
  • Average cloud cover in January: 74

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 74).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 62).

Average visibility in January
Whale Pass, AK

Average visibility in January - Whale Pass, 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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