January weather forecast
Atka, AK

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is a wintry winter month in Atka, Alaska, with an average temperature fluctuating between 34.2°F (1.2°C) and 36.9°F (2.7°C).

Temperature

January is the coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 36.9°F (2.7°C) and an average low-temperature of 34.2°F (1.2°C).

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity in Atka, Alaska, are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 9.1 days. Throughout January, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Atka, during the entire year, the rain falls for 173.3 days and collects up to 27.4" (696mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Atka are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 12.2 days and typically aggregates up to 4.72" (120mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Atka, the average length of the day in January is 8h and 22min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 9:45 am and sunset at 5:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:18 am and sunset at 6:21 pm HST.

Sunshine

In Atka, the average sunshine in January is 2.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through April and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 1 in January translates into this advice:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Atka?

With an average high-temperature of 36.9°F (2.7°C) and an average low-temperature of 34.2°F (1.2°C), January is the coldest month in Atka, Alaska.

How cold is it in Atka in January?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Atka, Alaska, during January are 36.9°F (2.7°C) and 34.2°F (1.2°C) respectively.

What is the least humid month in Atka?

The months with the lowest humidity in Atka are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in January in Atka?

The average relative humidity in January in Atka is 76%.

How much does it rain in Atka in January?

In Atka, Alaska, in January, it is raining for 9.1 days, with typically 2.56" (65mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Atka?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 12.2 days and accumulates 4.72" (120mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Atka in January?

In Atka, Alaska, in January, snow falls for 12.2 days, with typically accumulated 4.72" (120mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Atka have in January?

The average day length in January is 8h and 22min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Atka?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 9:45 am and sunset at 5:35 pm. On the last day of the month, in Atka, sunrise is at 9:18 am and sunset at 6:21 pm HST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Atka?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 2.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Atka?

January through April and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Atka.

What is the UV index reading in January in Atka?

In Atka, Alaska, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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YearJanuaryFMAMJJASOND
Dec
January
Feb
Average high temperature
38.8°F 3.8°C
36.9°F 2.7°C
37°F 2.8°C
Average low temperature
36.1°F 2.3°C
34.2°F 1.2°C
34°F 1.1°C
Average pressure
29.53" 750mmHg
29.48" 749mmHg
29.6" 752mmHg
Average wind speed
20.4mph 32.8km/h
18.8mph 30.3km/h
21.2mph 34.1km/h
Average max. wind speed
21.9mph 35.2km/h
20.1mph 32.3km/h
22.9mph 36.9km/h
Average wind speed gusts
28.3mph 45.5km/h
26.2mph 42.2km/h
30.2mph 48.6km/h
Average humidity
76%
76%
78%
Average rainfall
2.72" 69mm
2.56" 65mm
2.8" 71mm
Average rainfall days
12.5
9.1
9.2
Average snowfall
2.56" 65mm
4.72" 120mm
2.8" 71mm
Average snowfall days
9.6
12.2
9.4
Average daylight
7h 5min
8h 2min
10h 0min
Average sunshine
2h 1min
2h 4min
2h 5min
Average sunshine days
7.2
8.2
6.3
Average UV index
1
1
1
Average cloud cover
71%
72%
76%
Average visibility
5mi 8km
5mi 8km
5mi 8km

Average temperature in January
Atka, AK

Average temperature in January - Atka, AK
  • Average high temperature in January: 36.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (52°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 34.2°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 (33.8°F).

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Average pressure in January
Atka, AK

Average pressure in January - Atka, AK
  • Average pressure in January: 29.48"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.95"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (29.48"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Atka, AK

Average wind speed in January - Atka, AK
  • Average wind speed in January: 18.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (21.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (11.1mph).

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Average humidity in January
Atka, AK

Average humidity in January - Atka, AK
  • Average humidity in January: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (94%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and December (76%).

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Average rainfall in January
Atka, AK

Average rainfall in January - Atka, AK
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (1.3").

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Average rainfall days in January
Atka, AK

Average rainfall days in January - Atka, AK
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.1 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Atka, AK

Average snowfall in January - Atka, AK
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.72"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.72").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Atka, AK

Average snowfall days in January - Atka, AK
  • Average snowfall days in January: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Atka, AK

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Atka, AK
  • Average daylight in January: 8h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 2h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Atka, AK

Average sunshine days in January - Atka, AK
  • Average sunshine days in January: 8.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (12.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.3 days).

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Average UV index in January
Atka, AK

Average UV index in January - Atka, AK
  • Average UV index in January: 1

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

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Average cloud cover in January
Atka, AK

Average cloud cover in January - Atka, AK
  • Average cloud cover in January: 72

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 85).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 63).

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Average visibility in January
Atka, AK

Average visibility in January - Atka, AK
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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