January weather forecast
Elfin Cove, AK

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Elfin Cove, Alaska, with an average temperature ranging between max 30.7°F (-0.7°C) and min 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

Temperature

The coldest time of the year is January, with temperatures averaging a high of 30.7°F (-0.7°C) and a low of 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

Humidity

In Elfin Cove, the average relative humidity in January is 89%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 13.6 days. Throughout January, 4.02" (102mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Elfin Cove, during the entire year, the rain falls for 182.7 days and collects up to 37.4" (950mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 10.9 days and typically aggregates up to 11.22" (285mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Elfin Cove, the average length of the day in January is 7h and 19min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:52 am and sunset at 3:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 4:25 pm AKST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 2.9h of sunshine.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In January, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

January is the coldest month, with the temperature often reaching an average high of 30.7°F (-0.7°C) and an average low of 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

How cold is it in January?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Elfin Cove, is 30.7°F (-0.7°C) and the average low-temperature is 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 89%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 13.6 days. Throughout January, 4.02" (102mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 10.9 days and typically aggregates up to 11.22" (285mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Elfin Cove, in January, during 10.9 snowfall days, 11.22" (285mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In Elfin Cove, the average day length in January is 7h and 19min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Elfin Cove?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:52 am and sunset at 3:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 4:25 pm AKST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

January and December, with an average of 2.9h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Elfin Cove have in January?

In Elfin Cove, the average sunshine duration in January is 2.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in January?

In Elfin Cove, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Elfin Cove, AK

Average temperature in January - Elfin Cove, AK
  • Average high temperature in January: 30.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (57.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 26.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (49.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (25.9°F).

Average pressure in January
Elfin Cove, AK

Average pressure in January - Elfin Cove, AK
  • Average pressure in January: 29.82"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (30.03"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (29.77"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Elfin Cove, AK

Average wind speed in January - Elfin Cove, AK
  • Average wind speed in January: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and July (3.7mph).

Average humidity in January
Elfin Cove, AK

Average humidity in January - Elfin Cove, AK
  • Average humidity in January: 89%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (84%).

Average rainfall in January
Elfin Cove, AK

Average rainfall in January - Elfin Cove, AK
  • Average rainfall in January: 4.02"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are October and November (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (1.61").

Average rainfall days in January
Elfin Cove, AK

Average rainfall days in January - Elfin Cove, AK
  • Average rainfall days in January: 13.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.2 days).

Average snowfall in January
Elfin Cove, AK

Average snowfall in January - Elfin Cove, AK
  • Average snowfall in January: 11.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (11.22").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Elfin Cove, AK

Average snowfall days in January - Elfin Cove, AK
  • Average snowfall days in January: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (13.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Elfin Cove, AK

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Elfin Cove, AK
  • Average daylight in January: 7h and 2min

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

  • Average sunshine in January: 2h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 7h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in January
Elfin Cove, AK

Average sunshine days in January - Elfin Cove, AK
  • Average sunshine days in January: 9.6 days

The months with the most sunshine days are February and May (12.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.7 days).

Average UV index in January
Elfin Cove, AK

Average UV index in January - Elfin Cove, 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 November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Elfin Cove, AK

Average cloud cover in January - Elfin Cove, AK
  • Average cloud cover in January: 70

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 56).

Average visibility in January
Elfin Cove, AK

Average visibility in January - Elfin Cove, 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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