January weather forecast
Fairbanks, OR

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Fairbanks, Oregon, is another cold winter month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 28°F (-2.2°C) and an average high of 38.5°F (3.6°C).

Temperature

January's climate shows a minor adjustment in average high-temperatures to a still cold 38.5°F (3.6°C) from December's 37.4°F (3°C). Fairbanks observes an average low-temperature of 28°F (-2.2°C) during January nights.

Humidity

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 84%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 13.3 days and accumulates 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Fairbanks, in January, during 3.1 snowfall days, 1.97" (50mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 12.6 snowfall days, and 7.6" (193mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Fairbanks, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 11min.
On the first day of January in Fairbanks, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:08 pm PST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during January leads to these instructions:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jun 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in January?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 38.5°F (3.6°C) and 28°F (-2.2°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 84%.

What is the average humidity in January?

In Fairbanks, the average relative humidity in January is 84%.

What is the wettest month in Fairbanks?

January is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 13.3 days and accumulates 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in January?

In Fairbanks, Oregon, in January, it is raining for 13.3 days, with typically 1.93" (49mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in January?

In Fairbanks, during January, snow falls for 3.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Fairbanks have in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 11min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:08 pm PST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Fairbanks have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in January?

In Fairbanks, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Fairbanks, OR

Average temperature in January - Fairbanks, OR
  • Average high temperature in January: 38.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (37.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 28°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (57.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (27°F).

Average pressure in January
Fairbanks, OR

Average pressure in January - Fairbanks, OR
  • Average pressure in January: 30.16"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Fairbanks, OR

Average wind speed in January - Fairbanks, OR
  • Average wind speed in January: 5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (7.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January and December (5mph).

Average humidity in January
Fairbanks, OR

Average humidity in January - Fairbanks, OR
  • Average humidity in January: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (46%).

Average rainfall in January
Fairbanks, OR

Average rainfall in January - Fairbanks, OR
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.12").

Average rainfall days in January
Fairbanks, OR

Average rainfall days in January - Fairbanks, OR
  • Average rainfall days in January: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (2.9 days).

Average snowfall in January
Fairbanks, OR

Average snowfall in January - Fairbanks, OR
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.97"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.87").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Fairbanks, OR

Average snowfall days in January - Fairbanks, OR
  • Average snowfall days in January: 3.1 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are February and December (3.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Fairbanks, OR
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 12h).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h).

Average sunshine days in January
Fairbanks, OR

Average sunshine days in January - Fairbanks, OR
  • Average sunshine days in January: 13.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (27 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (12.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Fairbanks, OR

Average UV index in January - Fairbanks, OR
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Fairbanks, OR

Average cloud cover in January - Fairbanks, OR
  • Average cloud cover in January: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 9).

Average visibility in January
Fairbanks, OR

Average visibility in January - Fairbanks, OR
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (5mi).

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