January weather forecast
Saint George, AK

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Saint George, Alaska, is a wintry winter month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 29.7°F (-1.3°C) and an average high of 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Temperature

Saint George's shift into January sets the average high-temperature at a still wintry 32.9°F (0.5°C), a figure that deviates only slightly from December's 36.3°F (2.4°C). Saint George observes an average low-temperature of 29.7°F (-1.3°C) during the slightly cooler nights of January.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity in Saint George is 80%.

Rainfall

In Saint George, in January, it is raining for 6.5 days, with typically 1.97" (50mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Saint George, during the entire year, the rain falls for 159.8 days and collects up to 24.17" (614mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 13 days and accumulates 3.15" (80mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 7h and 38min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 10:53 am and sunset at 5:50 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 10:17 am and sunset at 6:46 pm AKST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 2.2h.

UV index

In Saint George, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during January translates into these guidelines:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Saint George, records 32.9°F (0.5°C), while the low-temperature is 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Saint George?

In January, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Saint George, in January, it is raining for 6.5 days, with typically 1.97" (50mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 13 days and typically aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 13 days. Throughout January, 3.15" (80mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January in Saint George?

In Saint George, the average day length in January is 7h and 38min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 10:53 am and sunset at 5:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:17 am and sunset at 6:46 pm AKST.

How many hours of sunshine does Saint George have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 2.2h.

How high is the UV index in January?

In Saint George, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Saint George, AK

Average temperature in January - Saint George, AK
  • Average high temperature in January: 32.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (50.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is March (31.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 29.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (48.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (26.2°F).

Average pressure in January
Saint George, AK

Average pressure in January - Saint George, AK
  • Average pressure in January: 29.56"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.93"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (29.52"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Saint George, AK

Average wind speed in January - Saint George, AK
  • Average wind speed in January: 21.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (22.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (12.7mph).

Average humidity in January
Saint George, AK

Average humidity in January - Saint George, AK
  • Average humidity in January: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (93%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are November and December (77%).

Average rainfall in January
Saint George, AK

Average rainfall in January - Saint George, AK
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.97"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (1.02").

Average rainfall days in January
Saint George, AK

Average rainfall days in January - Saint George, AK
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (22 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.4 days).

Average snowfall in January
Saint George, AK

Average snowfall in January - Saint George, AK
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.15"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Saint George, AK

Average snowfall days in January - Saint George, AK
  • Average snowfall days in January: 13 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Saint George, AK

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 2h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 1h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in January
Saint George, AK

Average sunshine days in January - Saint George, AK
  • Average sunshine days in January: 6 days

The months with the most sunshine days are May and June (11.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (3.1 days).

Average UV index in January
Saint George, AK

Average UV index in January - Saint George, AK
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, March, April, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Saint George, AK

Average cloud cover in January - Saint George, AK
  • Average cloud cover in January: 76

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 79).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 69).

Average visibility in January
Saint George, AK

Average visibility in January - Saint George, AK
  • Average visibility in January: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, August, September and October (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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