January weather forecastKodiak, AK
January
Weather in January
Kodiak, Alaska's weather in January presents a wintry picture complete with snowfall and low temperatures; marking the start of a prominent winter season. There's a noticeable transition from December as both the high and low mercury readings drop to 35.4°F (1.9°C) and 30.7°F (-0.7°C) respectively. January's weather rhythm is dominated by high humidity and significant cloud cover with a relative humidity of 83% and cloud% of 63%. This month exhibits one of the highest averages of snowfall hours in a year with 6.6 days experiencing snowfall. Despite chilly temperatures, the town maintains its tranquility under the snow, offering a unique life experience to its inhabitants.Temperature
January is the coldest month, exhibiting average temperatures of 35.4°F (1.9°C) at the peak and 30.7°F (-0.7°C) at the base.Humidity
In January, the average relative humidity is 83%.Rainfall
In Kodiak, in January, it is raining for 13.2 days, with typically 3.66" (93mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 171.2 rainfall days, and 37.32" (948mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Kodiak, in January, snow falls for 6.6 days, with typically accumulated 2.52" (64mm) of snow. In Kodiak, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.1 days and aggregates up to 13.74" (349mm) of snow.Ocean temperature
In January, the average ocean temperature is 40.6°F (4.8°C).Note: In swimming undertakings, this is deemed life-threatening and highly risky. The cold water induces intense discomfort and leads to swift hyperventilation. A specialized swimsuit is indispensable to decrease thermal injuries.
Daylight
In January, the average length of the day in Kodiak is 7h and 24min.On the first day of January, sunrise is at 9:53 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:14 am and sunset at 5:31 pm AKST.
Sunshine
January and December, with an average of 2.6h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.UV index
The month with the lowest UV index is January, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value 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 1 transforms into the following instructions:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Kodiak, AK
- Average high temperature in January: 35.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (57.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.4°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 30.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (50.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (30.6°F).
Average pressure in January
Kodiak, AK
- Average pressure in January: 29.56"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.98"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (29.55"Hg).
Average wind speed in January
Kodiak, AK
- Average wind speed in January: 13.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (14.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).
Average humidity in January
Kodiak, AK
- Average humidity in January: 83%
The month with the highest relative humidity is July (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and November (80%).
Average rainfall in January
Kodiak, AK
- Average rainfall in January: 3.66"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are October and November (4.53").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.85").
Average rainfall days in January
Kodiak, AK
- Average rainfall days in January: 13.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is March (10.8 days).
Average snowfall in January
Kodiak, AK
- Average snowfall in January: 2.52"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Kodiak, AK
- Average snowfall days in January: 6.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (8.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average sea temperature in January
Kodiak, AK
- Average sea temperature in January: 40.7°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (53.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (39.5°F).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Kodiak, AK
- Average daylight in January: 7h and 24min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in January: 2h and 36min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 8h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in January
Kodiak, AK
- Average sunshine days in January: 11.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (14.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.7 days).
Average UV index in January
Kodiak, AK
- Average UV index in January: 1
The months with the highest UV index are June, July, August and September (UV index 3).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in January
Kodiak, AK
- Average cloud cover in January: 63
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 52).
Average visibility in January
Kodiak, AK
- Average visibility in January: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
