January weather forecastButte, AK
January
Weather in January
January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Butte, Alaska, with an average temperature fluctuating between 18.1°F (-7.7°C) and 8.1°F (-13.3°C).Temperature
Butte experiences its lowest average temperatures in January, reaching a peak of 18.1°F (-7.7°C) and a minimum of 8.1°F (-13.3°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in January is 86%.Rainfall
January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 11.7 days and accumulates 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Butte, in January, during 11.9 snowfall days, 5" (127mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Butte, during the entire year, snow falls for 76.2 days and aggregates up to 33.5" (851mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in January is 6h and 29min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 10:13 am and sunset at 3:45 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 9:21 am and sunset at 4:58 pm AKST.
Sunshine
In January, the average sunshine is 4.3h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during January leads to these instructions:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Butte, AK
- Average high temperature in January: 18.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (61.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.1°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 8.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (44.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.1°F).
Average pressure in January
Butte, AK
- Average pressure in January: 29.73"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.96"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are November and December (29.7"Hg).
Average wind speed in January
Butte, AK
- Average wind speed in January: 5.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (5.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4mph).
Average humidity in January
Butte, AK
- Average humidity in January: 86%
The month with the highest relative humidity is March (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and June (69%).
Average rainfall in January
Butte, AK
- Average rainfall in January: 0.91"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (2.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").
Average rainfall days in January
Butte, AK
- Average rainfall days in January: 11.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (22.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.9 days).
Average snowfall in January
Butte, AK
- Average snowfall in January: 5"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.93").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Butte, AK
- Average snowfall days in January: 11.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (14.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Butte, AK
- Average daylight in January: 6h and 30min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in January: 4h and 18min
The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in January
Butte, AK
- Average sunshine days in January: 13.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (13.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (5.3 days).
Average UV index in January
Butte, AK
- Average UV index in January: 1
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in January
Butte, AK
- Average cloud cover in January: 37
The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 37).
Average visibility in January
Butte, 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 February, March and April (4mi).
