January weather forecast
Knik, AK

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Knik, Alaska, with an average temperature ranging between max 19.2°F (-7.1°C) and min 10.6°F (-11.9°C).

Temperature

In Knik, the lowest average temperatures are observed in January, with a high of 19.2°F (-7.1°C) and a low of 10.6°F (-11.9°C).

Humidity

In Knik, the average relative humidity in January is 87%.

Rainfall

In Knik, in January, it is raining for 8 days, with typically 0.63" (16mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 137.5 rainfall days, and 11.97" (304mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall in Knik. In Knik, during January, snow falls for 8.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.23" (82mm) of snow. In Knik, during the entire year, snow falls for 56.8 days and aggregates up to 22.48" (571mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Knik, the average length of the day in January is 6h and 31min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 10:15 am and sunset at 3:49 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 9:23 am and sunset at 5:01 pm AKST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 4.1h.

UV index

In Knik, 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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In January, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Knik?

January, noted for its average high-temperature of 19.2°F (-7.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 10.6°F (-11.9°C), is considered the coldest month.

How cold is it in Knik in January?

During January, Knik experiences an average high-temperature of 19.2°F (-7.1°C) and a low-temperature of 10.6°F (-11.9°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Knik?

In January, the average relative humidity in Knik is 87%.

How many days does it rain in January in Knik?

In Knik, Alaska, in January, it is raining for 8 days, with typically 0.63" (16mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Knik?

In January, it is snowing for 8.7 days. Throughout January, 3.23" (82mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January in Knik?

In January, the average day length in Knik is 6h and 31min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Knik?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 10:15 am and sunset at 3:49 pm. On the last day of the month, in Knik, sunrise is at 9:23 am and sunset at 5:01 pm AKST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Knik?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Knik is 4.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Knik?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Knik, Alaska, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Knik, AK

Average temperature in January - Knik, AK
  • Average high temperature in January: 19.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (64.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 10.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (50.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.6°F).

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Average pressure in January
Knik, AK

Average pressure in January - Knik, AK
  • Average pressure in January: 29.71"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.96"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are November and December (29.68"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Knik, AK

Average wind speed in January - Knik, AK
  • Average wind speed in January: 4.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (4.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in January
Knik, AK

Average humidity in January - Knik, 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 (64%).

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Average rainfall in January
Knik, AK

Average rainfall in January - Knik, AK
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (1.77").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are April and May (0.59").

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Average rainfall days in January
Knik, AK

Average rainfall days in January - Knik, AK
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.4 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Knik, AK

Average snowfall in January - Knik, AK
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.23"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (5.67").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Knik, AK

Average snowfall days in January - Knik, AK
  • Average snowfall days in January: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (11.2 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
Knik, AK

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Knik, 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 30min).

  • 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 48min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Knik, AK

Average sunshine days in January - Knik, AK
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (11.6 days).

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Average UV index in January
Knik, AK

Average UV index in January - Knik, AK
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Knik, AK

Average cloud cover in January - Knik, AK
  • Average cloud cover in January: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 38).

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Average visibility in January
Knik, AK

Average visibility in January - Knik, AK
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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