January weather forecast
Dot Lake, AK

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is an extremely cold winter month in Dot Lake, Alaska, with an average temperature fluctuating between 5.4°F (-14.8°C) and -5.8°F (-21°C).

Temperature

January, marked by an average high-temperature of 5.4°F (-14.8°C) and a low-temperature of -5.8°F (-21°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January in Dot Lake is 87%.

Rainfall

In Dot Lake, Alaska, in January, during 2 rainfall days, 0.28" (7mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 70.4 rainfall days, and 7.56" (192mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, August through December are months with snowfall in Dot Lake. In Dot Lake, during January, snow falls for 7.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 56.2 snowfall days, and 18.66" (474mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Dot Lake, the average length of the day in January is 5h and 48min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 10:20 am and sunset at 2:59 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 9:15 am and sunset at 4:23 pm AKST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 3.7h.

UV index

January through March, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in January leads to these recommendations:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Dot Lake?

Dot Lake's January weather, with an average high temperature of 5.4°F (-14.8°C) and an average low temperature of -5.8°F (-21°C), tends to be the coldest of the year.

How cold is it in Dot Lake in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Dot Lake, is 5.4°F (-14.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to -5.8°F (-21°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Dot Lake?

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

How much does it rain in Dot Lake in January?

In Dot Lake, Alaska, during January, the rain falls for 2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.28" (7mm) of precipitation.

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

In Dot Lake, Alaska, during January, snow falls for 7.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of snow.

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

In January, the average day length is 5h and 48min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Dot Lake?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 10:20 am and sunset at 2:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:15 am and sunset at 4:23 pm AKST.

How many hours of sunshine does Dot Lake have in January?

In Dot Lake, Alaska, the average sunshine duration in January is 3.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Dot Lake?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in January in Dot Lake?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Dot Lake is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Dot Lake, AK

Average temperature in January - Dot Lake, AK
  • Average high temperature in January: 5.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (69.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: -5.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (50.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-5.8°F).

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Average pressure in January
Dot Lake, AK

Average pressure in January - Dot Lake, AK
  • Average pressure in January: 29.92"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (29.97"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.77"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Dot Lake, AK

Average wind speed in January - Dot Lake, AK
  • Average wind speed in January: 5.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (5.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (4.9mph).

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Average humidity in January
Dot Lake, AK

Average humidity in January - Dot 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 (51%).

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Average rainfall in January
Dot Lake, AK

Average rainfall in January - Dot Lake, AK
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.24").

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Average rainfall days in January
Dot Lake, AK

Average rainfall days in January - Dot Lake, AK
  • Average rainfall days in January: 2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (12.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (1.7 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Dot Lake, AK

Average snowfall in January - Dot Lake, AK
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.05"

The months with the highest snowfall are March and October (2.99").
The months with the least snowfall are June and July (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Dot Lake, AK

Average snowfall days in January - Dot Lake, AK
  • Average snowfall days in January: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is November (9.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June and July (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 20h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 13h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Dot Lake, AK

Average sunshine days in January - Dot Lake, AK
  • Average sunshine days in January: 23.5 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (23.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (17.4 days).

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Average UV index in January
Dot Lake, AK

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, September, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in January
Dot Lake, AK

Average cloud cover in January - Dot Lake, AK
  • Average cloud cover in January: 42

The months with the most cloud cover are March and November (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in January
Dot Lake, AK

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

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

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