January weather forecastEagle River, AK
January
Weather in January
January expects an average high temperature of 19°F (-7.2°C) and a low of around 9.7°F (-12.4°C). A peak in snowfall frequency is witnessed, measuring 3.07" (78mm) over nine snowy days. The cold and dry weather generally sees a fair amount of sunshine with daylight averaging 6.5 hours per day. Expeditions should take note of the high relative humidity, resulting in frosty mornings. While it's cool, the skies are frequently clear as the storm systems retreat.Temperature
With average high temperatures of 19°F (-7.2°C) and lows of 9.7°F (-12.4°C), January is the coldest month.Humidity
In January, the average relative humidity is 86%.Rainfall
In Eagle River, in January, it is raining for 7.4 days, with typically 0.67" (17mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 147 rainfall days, and 13.27" (337mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Eagle River, in January, snow falls for 9.3 days, with typically accumulated 3.07" (78mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 57.9 snowfall days, and 24.37" (619mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in January is 6h and 33min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 10:13 am and sunset at 3:50 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 9:21 am and sunset at 5:01 pm AKST.
Sunshine
In Eagle River, Alaska, the average sunshine in January is 4.2h.UV index
In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during January translates into these guidelines:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Eagle River, AK
- Average high temperature in January: 19°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (63.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 9.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (48.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.7°F).
Average pressure in January
Eagle River, AK
- Average pressure in January: 29.72"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.96"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are November and December (29.69"Hg).
Average wind speed in January
Eagle River, AK
- Average wind speed in January: 4.6mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and December (4.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.1mph).
Average humidity in January
Eagle River, AK
- Average humidity in January: 86%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (65%).
Average rainfall in January
Eagle River, AK
- Average rainfall in January: 0.67"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (1.81").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (0.63").
Average rainfall days in January
Eagle River, AK
- Average rainfall days in January: 7.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.4 days).
Average snowfall in January
Eagle River, AK
- Average snowfall in January: 3.07"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (5.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Eagle River, AK
- Average snowfall days in January: 9.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Eagle River, AK
- Average daylight in January: 6h and 30min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in January: 4h and 12min
The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in January
Eagle River, AK
- Average sunshine days in January: 17.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.2 days).
Average UV index in January
Eagle River, AK
- Average UV index in January: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 4).
The month with the lowest UV index is February (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in January
Eagle River, AK
- Average cloud cover in January: 38
The months with the most cloud cover are April, August and December (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 37).
Average visibility in January
Eagle River, AK
- Average visibility in January: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is March (4mi).
