January weather forecast
Big Lake, AK

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Weather in January

Kickstarting the year in Big Lake, Alaska, January presents classic winter conditions. Compared to December, the weather is slightly cooler, with the lowest average temperatures of the year ranging from 10.6°F (-11.9°C) at its mildest to a chilly 19.2°F (-7.1°C) at its highest. There is a descent of snow with an average snowfall of 3.23" (82mm) covering the area. As February approaches, residents anticipate a slight rise in temperature and a higher level of snowfall. Rest assured, indoor activities are the order of the day in this frosty month.

Temperature

Big Lake's January weather reaches an average high of 19.2°F (-7.1°C) and an average low of 10.6°F (-11.9°C), making it the coldest month.

Humidity

In Big Lake, Alaska, the average relative humidity in January is 87%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 8 days. Throughout January, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Big Lake, during the entire year, the rain falls for 137.5 days and collects up to 11.97" (304mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall in Big Lake. In Big Lake, in January, during 8.7 snowfall days, 3.23" (82mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Big Lake, during the entire year, snow falls for 56.8 days and aggregates up to 22.48" (571mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Big Lake, the average length of the day in January is 6h and 29min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 10:16 am and sunset at 3:49 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 9:24 am and sunset at 5:01 pm AKST.

Sunshine

In Big Lake, the average sunshine in January is 4.1h.

UV index

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Big Lake?

January proves to be the coldest month, recording an average maximum temperature of 19.2°F (-7.1°C) and a minimum temperature of 10.6°F (-11.9°C).

How cold is it in Big Lake in January?

In Big Lake, 19.2°F (-7.1°C) is the average high-temperature and 10.6°F (-11.9°C) is the average low-temperature during January.

What is the average humidity in January in Big Lake?

In January, the average relative humidity in Big Lake, Alaska, is 87%.

How much does it rain in Big Lake in January?

In January, in Big Lake, the rain falls for 8 days. Throughout January, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Big Lake?

In January, in Big Lake, Alaska, it is snowing for 8.7 days. Throughout January, 3.23" (82mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Big Lake have in January?

The average day length in January in Big Lake, Alaska, is 6h and 29min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Big Lake?

On the first day of January in Big Lake, Alaska, sunrise is at 10:16 am and sunset at 3:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:24 am and sunset at 5:01 pm AKST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Big Lake?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Big Lake is 4.1h.

What is the UV index reading in January in Big Lake?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Big Lake, AK

Average temperature in January - Big Lake, AK
  • Average high temperature in January: 19.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (64.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 10.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (50.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.6°F).

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Average pressure in January
Big Lake, AK

Average pressure in January - Big Lake, AK
  • Average pressure in January: 29.71"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.96"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are November and December (29.68"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Big Lake, AK

Average wind speed in January - Big Lake, AK
  • Average wind speed in January: 4.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (4.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in January
Big Lake, AK

Average humidity in January - Big Lake, AK
  • Average humidity in January: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (64%).

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Average rainfall in January
Big Lake, AK

Average rainfall in January - Big Lake, AK
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (1.77").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are April and May (0.59").

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Average rainfall days in January
Big Lake, AK

Average rainfall days in January - Big Lake, AK
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.4 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Big Lake, AK

Average snowfall in January - Big Lake, AK
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.23"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (5.67").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Big Lake, AK

Average snowfall days in January - Big Lake, AK
  • Average snowfall days in January: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (11.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Big Lake, AK

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Big Lake, AK
  • Average daylight in January: 6h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Big Lake, AK

Average sunshine days in January - Big Lake, AK
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (11.6 days).

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Average UV index in January
Big Lake, AK

Average UV index in January - Big Lake, AK
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 4).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in January
Big Lake, AK

Average cloud cover in January - Big Lake, AK
  • Average cloud cover in January: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 38).

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Average visibility in January
Big Lake, AK

Average visibility in January - Big Lake, AK
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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