January weather forecast
Chiniak, AK

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Chiniak, Alaska, is another cold winter month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 35.4°F (1.9°C) and an average low of 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

Temperature

The coldest time of the year is January, with temperatures averaging a high of 35.4°F (1.9°C) and a low of 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January in Chiniak is 83%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 13.2 days. Throughout January, 3.66" (93mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Chiniak, Alaska, during the entire year, the rain falls for 171.2 days and collects up to 37.32" (948mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Chiniak are January through May, September through December. In Chiniak, in January, during 6.6 snowfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Chiniak, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.1 days and aggregates up to 13.74" (349mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Chiniak is 7h and 26min.
On the first day of January in Chiniak, sunrise is at 9:51 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:12 am and sunset at 5:32 pm AKST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 2.6h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is January, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: During January, 1 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Chiniak?

January stands out as Chiniak's coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 35.4°F (1.9°C) and a low-temperature of 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

How cold is January in Chiniak?

The high-temperature, in January, in Chiniak, records 35.4°F (1.9°C), while the low-temperature is 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Chiniak?

The average relative humidity in January in Chiniak is 83%.

How many days does it rain in January in Chiniak?

In January, in Chiniak, Alaska, the rain falls for 13.2 days. Throughout January, 3.66" (93mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Chiniak?

In Chiniak, in January, snow falls for 6.6 days, with typically accumulated 2.52" (64mm) of snow.

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

In January, the average day length is 7h and 26min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Chiniak?

On the first day of January in Chiniak, Alaska, sunrise is at 9:51 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:12 am and sunset at 5:32 pm AKST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Chiniak?

The months with the least sunshine in Chiniak are January and December, with an average of 2.6h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Chiniak?

The average sunshine duration in January in Chiniak is 2.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Chiniak?

The month with the lowest UV index is January, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in January in Chiniak?

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

Average temperature in January - Chiniak, AK
  • Average high temperature in January: 35.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (57.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 30.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (50.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (30.6°F).

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Average pressure in January
Chiniak, AK

Average pressure in January - Chiniak, AK
  • Average pressure in January: 29.56"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.98"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (29.55"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Chiniak, AK

Average wind speed in January - Chiniak, AK
  • Average wind speed in January: 13.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (14.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).

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Average humidity in January
Chiniak, AK

Average humidity in January - Chiniak, AK
  • Average humidity in January: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and November (80%).

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Average rainfall in January
Chiniak, AK

Average rainfall in January - Chiniak, AK
  • Average rainfall in January: 3.66"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are October and November (4.53").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.85").

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Average rainfall days in January
Chiniak, AK

Average rainfall days in January - Chiniak, AK
  • Average rainfall days in January: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is March (10.8 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Chiniak, AK

Average snowfall in January - Chiniak, AK
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.52"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Chiniak, AK

Average snowfall days in January - Chiniak, AK
  • Average snowfall days in January: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (8.5 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
Chiniak, AK

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Chiniak, AK
  • Average daylight in January: 7h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 2h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 8h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Chiniak, AK

Average sunshine days in January - Chiniak, AK
  • Average sunshine days in January: 11.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (14.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.7 days).

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Average UV index in January
Chiniak, AK

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July, August and September (UV index 3).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in January
Chiniak, AK

Average cloud cover in January - Chiniak, AK
  • Average cloud cover in January: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 52).

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Average visibility in January
Chiniak, AK

Average visibility in January - Chiniak, AK
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

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

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