January weather forecast
Eagle River, AK

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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 Eagle River, the average relative humidity in January is 86%.

Rainfall

In Eagle River, during January, the rain falls for 7.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of 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

In January, the average length of the day in Eagle River is 6h and 33min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 10:13 am and sunset at 3:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:21 am and sunset at 5:01 pm AKST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 4.2h.

UV index

In Eagle River, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In January, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Jul 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

Eagle River notes the coldest temperatures in January, with a average high of 19°F (-7.2°C) and a low of 9.7°F (-12.4°C).

How cold is it in January?

In January, in Eagle River, the average high-temperature is 19°F (-7.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 9.7°F (-12.4°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In Eagle River, the average relative humidity in January is 86%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Eagle River, during January, the rain falls for 7.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Eagle River, in January, during 9.3 snowfall days, 3.07" (78mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Eagle River have in January?

In January, the average day length is 6h and 33min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January in Eagle River, sunrise is at 10:13 am and sunset at 3:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:21 am and sunset at 5:01 pm AKST.

How many hours of sunshine does Eagle River have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 4.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index 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 rainfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in January
Eagle River, AK

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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 / Average sunshine in January - Eagle River, AK
  • Average daylight in January: 6h and 3min

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 1min

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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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).

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