January weather forecast
Cantwell, AK

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another arctic cold winter month in Cantwell, Alaska, with an average temperature varying between 3.4°F (-15.9°C) and -8°F (-22.2°C).

Temperature

With its high average temperature of 3.4°F (-15.9°C) and a low of -8°F (-22.2°C), January is regarded as the coldest month.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 92%.

Rainfall

In Cantwell, in January, during 4.1 rainfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Cantwell, during the entire year, the rain falls for 124.9 days and collects up to 14.88" (378mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Cantwell are January through June, August through December. In Cantwell, in January, snow falls for 17.8 days, with typically accumulated 5.28" (134mm) of snow. In Cantwell, during the entire year, snow falls for 145.2 days and aggregates up to 58.39" (1483mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 5h and 54min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 10:35 am and sunset at 3:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:33 am and sunset at 4:45 pm AKST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 3h.

UV index

January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, a regular UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Cantwell?

January is the coldest month in Cantwell, with an average high-temperature of 3.4°F (-15.9°C) and an average low-temperature of -8°F (-22.2°C).

How cold is it in Cantwell in January?

Cantwell in January has an average high-temperature of 3.4°F (-15.9°C) and an average low-temperature of -8°F (-22.2°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Cantwell?

In January, the average relative humidity is 92%.

How much does it rain in Cantwell in January?

In January, in Cantwell, Alaska, the rain falls for 4.1 days. Throughout January, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Cantwell in January?

In Cantwell, during January, snow falls for 17.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.28" (134mm) of snow.

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

The average day length in January is 5h and 54min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Cantwell?

On the first day of January in Cantwell, sunrise is at 10:35 am and sunset at 3:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:33 am and sunset at 4:45 pm AKST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Cantwell?

In Cantwell, the average sunshine duration in January is 3h.

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

The months with the lowest UV index are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in January in Cantwell?

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

Average temperature in January - Cantwell, AK
  • Average high temperature in January: 3.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (57.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (3.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: -8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (41.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-8°F).

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Average pressure in January
Cantwell, AK

Average pressure in January - Cantwell, AK
  • Average pressure in January: 29.85"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.92"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are September and October (29.76"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Cantwell, AK

Average wind speed in January - Cantwell, AK
  • Average wind speed in January: 5.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (5.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are May and June (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in January
Cantwell, AK

Average humidity in January - Cantwell, AK
  • Average humidity in January: 92%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (94%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (70%).

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Average rainfall in January
Cantwell, AK

Average rainfall in January - Cantwell, AK
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.63").

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Average rainfall days in January
Cantwell, AK

Average rainfall days in January - Cantwell, AK
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Cantwell, AK

Average snowfall in January - Cantwell, AK
  • Average snowfall in January: 5.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is October (10.98").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Cantwell, AK

Average snowfall days in January - Cantwell, AK
  • Average snowfall days in January: 17.8 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are March and April (20.3 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Cantwell, AK
  • Average daylight in January: 5h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 20h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Cantwell, AK

Average sunshine days in January - Cantwell, AK
  • Average sunshine days in January: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (14.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (6.7 days).

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Average UV index in January
Cantwell, AK

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

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

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Average cloud cover in January
Cantwell, AK

Average cloud cover in January - Cantwell, AK
  • Average cloud cover in January: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 48).

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Average visibility in January
Cantwell, AK

Average visibility in January - Cantwell, AK
  • Average visibility in January: 3mi

The months with the highest visibility are June and July (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, March and November (3mi).

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