January weather forecast
Fairbanks, MN

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Fairbanks, Minnesota, with temperature in the range of an average low of -0°F (-17.8°C) and an average high of 14.4°F (-9.8°C).

Temperature

During the coldest month, January, temperatures average a high of 14.4°F (-9.8°C) and a low of -0°F (-17.8°C).

Humidity

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 93%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 1.4 days and accumulates 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In January, it is snowing for 17.5 days. Throughout January, 5.63" (143mm) of snow is accumulated. In Fairbanks, during the entire year, snow falls for 91 days and aggregates up to 35.83" (910mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 8h and 59min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:07 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 2.1h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Fairbanks are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in January interprets into the following recommendations:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

The coldest time of the year is January, with temperatures averaging a high of 14.4°F (-9.8°C) and a low of -0°F (-17.8°C).

How cold is January in Fairbanks?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Fairbanks, is 14.4°F (-9.8°C), while the average low-temperature is -0°F (-17.8°C).

What is the most humid month?

January is the most humid month in Fairbanks, with an average relative humidity of 93%.

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 93%.

What is the driest month in Fairbanks?

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 1.4 days and accumulates 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Fairbanks, in January, during 1.4 rainfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In Fairbanks, in January, snow falls for 17.5 days, with typically accumulated 5.63" (143mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

The average day length in January is 8h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Fairbanks?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:07 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Fairbanks?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 2.1h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Fairbanks have in January?

In Fairbanks, the average sunshine duration in January is 2.1h.

When is 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?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Fairbanks, MN

Average temperature in January - Fairbanks, MN
  • Average high temperature in January: 14.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (14.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 0°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0°F).

Average pressure in January
Fairbanks, MN

Average pressure in January - Fairbanks, MN
  • Average pressure in January: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Fairbanks, MN

Average wind speed in January - Fairbanks, MN
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.9mph).

Average humidity in January
Fairbanks, MN

Average humidity in January - Fairbanks, MN
  • Average humidity in January: 93%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (72%).

Average rainfall in January
Fairbanks, MN

Average rainfall in January - Fairbanks, MN
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.75").

Average rainfall days in January
Fairbanks, MN

Average rainfall days in January - Fairbanks, MN
  • Average rainfall days in January: 1.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.4 days).

Average snowfall in January
Fairbanks, MN

Average snowfall in January - Fairbanks, MN
  • Average snowfall in January: 5.63"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (7.05").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Fairbanks, MN

Average snowfall days in January - Fairbanks, MN
  • Average snowfall days in January: 17.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Fairbanks, MN

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Fairbanks, MN
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 2h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
Fairbanks, MN

Average sunshine days in January - Fairbanks, MN
  • Average sunshine days in January: 14.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (12.5 days).

Average UV index in January
Fairbanks, MN

Average UV index in January - Fairbanks, MN
  • Average UV index in January: 1

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

Average cloud cover in January
Fairbanks, MN

Average cloud cover in January - Fairbanks, MN
  • Average cloud cover in January: 80

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 80).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in January
Fairbanks, MN

Average visibility in January - Fairbanks, MN
  • Average visibility in January: 4mi

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

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