January weather forecast
Atqasuk, AK

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another arctic cold winter month in Atqasuk, Alaska, with an average temperature fluctuating between -1.8°F (-18.8°C) and -10.3°F (-23.5°C).

Temperature

January is Atqasuk's coldest month, registering average high temperatures of -1.8°F (-18.8°C) and lows of -10.3°F (-23.5°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January through March and December, with an average relative humidity of 94%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall in Atqasuk. Rain falls for 0.9 days and accumulates 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through December are months with snowfall. In Atqasuk, in January, during 12.8 snowfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 134.6 snowfall days, and 19.88" (505mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 1h and 18min.
On the first day of January in Atqasuk, sunrise is at 3:00 pm and sunset at 3:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 11:28 am and sunset at 3:57 pm AKST.

Sunshine

In Atqasuk, the average sunshine in January is 0.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 1 in January translates into these instructions:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Atqasuk?

January is the month that records the lowest temperatures in Atqasuk, with averages ranging from a high of -1.8°F (-18.8°C) to a low of -10.3°F (-23.5°C).

How cold is January in Atqasuk?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Atqasuk, is -1.8°F (-18.8°C), while the average low-temperature is -10.3°F (-23.5°C).

What is the most humid month in Atqasuk?

January through March and December, with an average relative humidity of 94%, are most humid months in Atqasuk.

What is the average humidity in January in Atqasuk?

The average relative humidity in January is 94%.

What is the driest month in Atqasuk?

January is the month with the least rainfall in Atqasuk. Rain falls for 0.9 days and accumulates 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in Atqasuk?

In January, in Atqasuk, the rain falls for 0.9 days. Throughout January, 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Atqasuk in January?

In Atqasuk, during January, snow falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January in Atqasuk?

The average day length in January in Atqasuk, Alaska, is 1h and 18min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Atqasuk?

On the first day of January in Atqasuk, sunrise is at 3:00 pm and sunset at 3:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 11:28 am and sunset at 3:57 pm AKST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Atqasuk?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 0.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Atqasuk?

January through March, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Atqasuk?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Atqasuk, AK

Average temperature in January - Atqasuk, AK
  • Average high temperature in January: -1.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (49.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-1.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: -10.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (40.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-10.3°F).

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Average pressure in January
Atqasuk, AK

Average pressure in January - Atqasuk, AK
  • Average pressure in January: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.84"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Atqasuk, AK

Average wind speed in January - Atqasuk, AK
  • Average wind speed in January: 11.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (14.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (10.7mph).

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Average humidity in January
Atqasuk, AK

Average humidity in January - Atqasuk, AK
  • Average humidity in January: 94%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February, March and December (94%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (77%).

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Average rainfall in January
Atqasuk, AK

Average rainfall in January - Atqasuk, AK
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.34").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.31").

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Average rainfall days in January
Atqasuk, AK

Average rainfall days in January - Atqasuk, AK
  • Average rainfall days in January: 0.9 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (13 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (0.7 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Atqasuk, AK

Average snowfall in January - Atqasuk, AK
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.14"

The month with the highest snowfall is October (3.43").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0.08").

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Average snowfall days in January
Atqasuk, AK

Average snowfall days in January - Atqasuk, AK
  • Average snowfall days in January: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (18.4 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0.9 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Atqasuk, AK
  • Average daylight in January: 1h and 2min

The month with the longest days is August (Average daylight: 18h and 18min).
The months with the shortest days are June and December (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 0h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are July and December (Average sunshine: 0h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Atqasuk, AK

Average sunshine days in January - Atqasuk, AK
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (9.6 days).

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Average UV index in January
Atqasuk, AK

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, September, October, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in January
Atqasuk, AK

Average cloud cover in January - Atqasuk, AK
  • Average cloud cover in January: 74

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 84).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 47).

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Average visibility in January
Atqasuk, AK

Average visibility in January - Atqasuk, AK
  • Average visibility in January: 4mi

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

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