January weather forecastCraig, AK

The magnificent island city of Craig in Alaska, with the surrounding forestry and hilly ranges

January

Weather in January

January in Craig, Alaska brings wintry conditions with the coldest temperatures and the highest humidity. Daylight is fairly limited, niche sunlight for two and a half hours a day. Additionally, one notable feature is the occurrence of snowfall, registering at 21.46" (545mm). This city in the heart of winter is remarkably windy, making temperatures feel colder than the already low thermometer readings. Interestingly, higher air pressure is noted, which often correlates with drier air.

Temperature

January, February and December bring Craig's lowest average temperatures, reaching a high of 38.1°F (3.4°C).

Humidity

January and August, with an average relative humidity of 89%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Craig, during January, the rain falls for 14.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.83" (199mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 210.2 rainfall days, and 70.71" (1796mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In January, it is snowing for 16.8 days. Throughout January, 21.46" (545mm) of snow is accumulated. In Craig, during the entire year, snow falls for 89.4 days and aggregates up to 107.56" (2732mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In January, the average ocean temperature is 43.7°F (6.5°C).
Note: Dipping into 43.7°F (6.5°C) below 50°F (10°C) needs protective wear, or you'd face cold shock and breathing issues swiftly. Meanwhile, a slight swim around 55.4°F (13°C) feels cold to the bone.

Daylight

In Craig, Alaska, the average length of the day in January is 7h and 50min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:20 am and sunset at 3:32 pm. On the last day of January, in Craig, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 4:25 pm AKST.

Sunshine

With an average of 2.6h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in January converts into the following recommendations:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.

Updated: Jun 4, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

During January, February and December, Craig experiences its coldest period, with an average high-temperature of 38.1°F (3.4°C).

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 38.1°F (3.4°C) and 32.9°F (0.5°C) respectively.

January and August, with an average relative humidity of 89%, are most humid months.

In Craig, the average relative humidity in January is 89%.

In January, the rain falls for 14.3 days. Throughout January, 7.83" (199mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

In January, it is snowing for 16.8 days. Throughout January, 21.46" (545mm) of snow is accumulated.

In Craig, in January, the average water temperature is 43.7°F (6.5°C). Swimming in 43.7°F (6.5°C) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 55.4°F (13°C) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 50°F (10°C) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

In January, the average day length is 7h and 50min.

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:20 am and sunset at 3:32 pm. On the last day of the month, in Craig, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 4:25 pm AKST.

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 2.6h of sunshine.

In January, the average sunshine duration is 2.6h.

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

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Year January F M A M J J A S O N D

Dec

January

Feb

Average high temperature

38.1°F

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

9.9mph

10.7mph

9.5mph

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

16.8

15.2

Average sea temperature

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

7.5

7.1

8.8

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Craig, AK

Average high temperature in January: 38.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (59.5°F).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January, February and December (38.1°F).

Average low temperature in January: 32.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (51.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (31.8°F).

Average pressure in January
Craig, AK

Average pressure in January: 29.8"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (29.76"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Craig, AK

Average wind speed in January: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.6mph).

Average humidity in January
Craig, AK

Average humidity in January: 89%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and August (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (82%).

Average rainfall in January
Craig, AK

Average rainfall in January: 7.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (8.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (2.68").

Average rainfall days in January
Craig, AK

Average rainfall days in January: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (22.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Craig, AK

Average snowfall in January: 21.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (23.39").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Craig, AK

Average snowfall days in January: 16.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (17.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in January
Craig, AK

Average sea temperature in January: 43.7°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (56.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (42.8°F).

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

Average daylight in January: 7h and 48min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 12min).

Average sunshine in January: 2h and 36min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Craig, AK

Average sunshine days in January: 7.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (10.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (4.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Craig, AK

Average UV index in January: 1

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).