January weather forecast
Fort Richardson, AK

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Fort Richardson, Alaska, is a freezing cold winter month, with an average temperature varying between 19.6°F (-6.9°C) and 11.7°F (-11.3°C).

Temperature

January proves to be the coldest month, recording an average maximum temperature of 19.6°F (-6.9°C) and a minimum temperature of 11.7°F (-11.3°C).

Humidity

In Fort Richardson, Alaska, the average relative humidity in January is 86%.

Rainfall

In Fort Richardson, in January, during 7.9 rainfall days, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 146.6 rainfall days, and 14.25" (362mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In Fort Richardson, in January, during 10.3 snowfall days, 3.43" (87mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 67.9 snowfall days, and 29.09" (739mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Fort Richardson is 6h and 34min.
On the first day of January in Fort Richardson, Alaska, sunrise is at 10:13 am and sunset at 3:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:21 am and sunset at 5:02 pm AKST.

Sunshine

In Fort Richardson, the average sunshine in January is 4h.

UV index

In Fort Richardson, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Fort Richardson?

January tends to be the coldest month in Fort Richardson, with temperatures averaging a daily high of 19.6°F (-6.9°C) and a low of 11.7°F (-11.3°C).

How cold is January in Fort Richardson?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 19.6°F (-6.9°C) and 11.7°F (-11.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January in Fort Richardson?

The average relative humidity in January in Fort Richardson, Alaska, is 86%.

How much does it rain in Fort Richardson in January?

In Fort Richardson, Alaska, in January, during 7.9 rainfall days, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Fort Richardson in January?

In Fort Richardson, Alaska, in January, snow falls for 10.3 days, with typically accumulated 3.43" (87mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Fort Richardson have in January?

The average day length in January in Fort Richardson is 6h and 34min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Fort Richardson?

On the first day of January in Fort Richardson, sunrise is at 10:13 am and sunset at 3:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:21 am and sunset at 5:02 pm AKST.

How many hours of sunshine does Fort Richardson have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Fort Richardson is 4h.

How high is the UV index in January in Fort Richardson?

In Fort Richardson, Alaska, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Fort Richardson, AK

Average temperature in January - Fort Richardson, AK
  • Average high temperature in January: 19.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (62.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 11.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (50.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.7°F).

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Average pressure in January
Fort Richardson, AK

Average pressure in January - Fort Richardson, AK
  • Average pressure in January: 29.7"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.96"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are November and December (29.67"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Fort Richardson, AK

Average wind speed in January - Fort Richardson, AK
  • Average wind speed in January: 4.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (5.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.3mph).

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Average humidity in January
Fort Richardson, AK

Average humidity in January - Fort Richardson, 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 (67%).

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Average rainfall in January
Fort Richardson, AK

Average rainfall in January - Fort Richardson, AK
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (2.2").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (0.59").

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Average rainfall days in January
Fort Richardson, AK

Average rainfall days in January - Fort Richardson, AK
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.8 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Fort Richardson, AK

Average snowfall in January - Fort Richardson, AK
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.85").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Fort Richardson, AK

Average snowfall days in January - Fort Richardson, AK
  • Average snowfall days in January: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.7 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
Fort Richardson, AK

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Fort Richardson, AK
  • Average daylight in January: 6h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Fort Richardson, AK

Average sunshine days in January - Fort Richardson, AK
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (16.9 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are August and September (9.7 days).

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Average UV index in January
Fort Richardson, AK

Average UV index in January - Fort Richardson, 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 December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in January
Fort Richardson, AK

Average cloud cover in January - Fort Richardson, AK
  • Average cloud cover in January: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 38).

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Average visibility in January
Fort Richardson, AK

Average visibility in January - Fort Richardson, AK
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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