January weather forecastAkutan, AK
January
Weather in January
January, like December, in Akutan, Alaska, is an icy winter month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 35.1°F (1.7°C) and an average low of 31.6°F (-0.2°C).Temperature
January's onset records an average high-temperature of a still icy 35.1°F (1.7°C), a near match to December's 37°F (2.8°C). Akutan's nighttime average temperature in January drops marginally from the daytime highs, settling at a subzero cold 31.6°F (-0.2°C).Humidity
In January, the average relative humidity is 81%.Rainfall
In January, the rain falls for 12.6 days. Throughout January, 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Akutan, during the entire year, the rain falls for 198.8 days and collects up to 33.78" (858mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Akutan, Alaska, are January through May, October through December. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 14.2 days and accumulates 6.97" (177mm) of snow.Ocean temperature
In Akutan, in January, the average water temperature is 39.4°F (4.1°C).Note: In the practice of swimming, this situation poses immediate risks to life. Losing control over breathing is immediate, thereby making clear thinking near impossible. A specialized swimsuit is obligatory to restrict thermal loss.
Daylight
In Akutan, the average length of the day in January is 8h and 4min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 10:22 am and sunset at 5:50 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 9:51 am and sunset at 6:41 pm AKST.
Sunshine
In January, the average sunshine is 2.6h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in January in Akutan is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in January translates into the following instructions:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Akutan, AK
- Average high temperature in January: 35.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (53.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is March (34.7°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 31.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (49.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (30.7°F).
Average pressure in January
Akutan, AK
- Average pressure in January: 29.5"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.98"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (29.5"Hg).
Average wind speed in January
Akutan, AK
- Average wind speed in January: 15.9mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are November and December (16.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (9.1mph).
Average humidity in January
Akutan, AK
- Average humidity in January: 81%
The month with the highest relative humidity is July (91%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are November and December (80%).
Average rainfall in January
Akutan, AK
- Average rainfall in January: 3.39"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.85").
Average rainfall days in January
Akutan, AK
- Average rainfall days in January: 12.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (21.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.1 days).
Average snowfall in January
Akutan, AK
- Average snowfall in January: 6.97"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (6.97").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Akutan, AK
- Average snowfall days in January: 14.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average sea temperature in January
Akutan, AK
- Average sea temperature in January: 39.4°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (49.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (38.6°F).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Akutan, AK
- Average daylight in January: 8h and 6min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in January: 2h and 36min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in January
Akutan, AK
- Average sunshine days in January: 4.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (9.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (3.8 days).
Average UV index in January
Akutan, 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 and November (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in January
Akutan, AK
- Average cloud cover in January: 73
The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 74).
The months with the least cloud cover are September and October (Cloud cover 66).
Average visibility in January
Akutan, AK
- Average visibility in January: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are May, June, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, July and December (5mi).
