January weather forecast
Nome, AK

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Broken trees, a small river, and shrubs afar in the historical gold rush site of Nome Creek, Alaska, in the White Mountains
Broken trees, a small river, and shrubs afar in the historical gold rush site of Nome Creek, Alaska, in the White Mountains

Weather in January

January in Nome, Alaska, brings the lowest average temperatures of the year with maximums averaging 10.4°F (-12°C) and minimums of 2.7°F (-16.3°C). Even the sea temperatures are extreme, remaining close to freezing levels. Nome is a winter wonderland during this month, receiving a large amount of snowfall. Conditions are ideal for winter sports, but be sure to dress warmly. The sun offers little respite, with the shortest daylight hours along with heavy cloud coverage.

Temperature

With average high temperatures of 10.4°F (-12°C) and lows of 2.7°F (-16.3°C), January is the coldest month.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity in Nome, Alaska, is 88%.

Rainfall

In Nome, Alaska, in January, during 1.4 rainfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Nome, during the entire year, the rain falls for 81.6 days and collects up to 16.77" (426mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Nome, during January, snow falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.58" (91mm) of snow. In Nome, during the entire year, snow falls for 65.1 days and aggregates up to 25" (635mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

January through April, with an average ocean temperature of 28.9°F (-1.7°C), are months with the coldest seawater in Nome.
Note: During swimming, this scenario is excessively cold, hazardous, and can lead to fatality. Hypothermia ensues swiftly without suitable insulated waterproof wear.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Nome, Alaska, is 5h and 29min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 11:58 am and sunset at 4:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:47 am and sunset at 5:42 pm AKST.

Sunshine

In Nome, the average sunshine in January is 3.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Nome, Alaska, are January, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Nome?

January proves to be the coldest month, recording an average maximum temperature of 10.4°F (-12°C) and a minimum temperature of 2.7°F (-16.3°C).

How cold is it in Nome in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Nome, records 10.4°F (-12°C), while the low-temperature is 2.7°F (-16.3°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Nome?

In January, the average relative humidity in Nome, Alaska, is 88%.

How much does it rain in Nome in January?

In January, in Nome, the rain falls for 1.4 days. Throughout January, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Nome?

In Nome, Alaska, in January, during 10.3 snowfall days, 3.58" (91mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

When is the ocean coldest in Nome?

January through April, with an average ocean temperature of 28.9°F (-1.7°C), are months with the coldest seawater.

What is the water temperature in January in Nome?

In Nome, Alaska, in January, the average water temperature is 28.9°F (-1.7°C). For swimming, this is considered life-threatening and very dangerous. The water feels painfully cold, and hyperventilation quickly occurs. A specialized swimsuit is mandatory to reduce thermal damage.

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

In Nome, the average day length in January is 5h and 29min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Nome?

On the first day of January in Nome, Alaska, sunrise is at 11:58 am and sunset at 4:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:47 am and sunset at 5:42 pm AKST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Nome?

The average sunshine duration in January is 3.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in Nome?

The months with the lowest UV index in Nome are January, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in January in Nome?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Nome, AK

Average temperature in January - Nome, AK
  • Average high temperature in January: 10.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (54.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (10.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 2.7°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (48.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2.7°F).

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Average pressure in January
Nome, AK

Average pressure in January - Nome, AK
  • Average pressure in January: 29.84"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (29.94"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (29.7"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Nome, AK

Average wind speed in January - Nome, AK
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (13.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (8mph).

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Average humidity in January
Nome, AK

Average humidity in January - Nome, AK
  • Average humidity in January: 88%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (76%).

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Average rainfall in January
Nome, AK

Average rainfall in January - Nome, AK
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.2").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (0.71").

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Average rainfall days in January
Nome, AK

Average rainfall days in January - Nome, AK
  • Average rainfall days in January: 1.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.3 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Nome, AK

Average snowfall in January - Nome, AK
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.58"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (5.08").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Nome, AK

Average snowfall days in January - Nome, AK
  • Average snowfall days in January: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (11.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in January
Nome, AK

Average sea temperature in January - Nome, AK
  • Average sea temperature in January: 29°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (52.5°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are March and April (28.9°F).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Nome, AK

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Nome, AK
  • Average daylight in January: 5h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 21h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 7h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 0h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Nome, AK

Average sunshine days in January - Nome, AK
  • Average sunshine days in January: 20.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (13.6 days).

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Average UV index in January
Nome, AK

Average UV index in January - Nome, AK
  • Average UV index in January: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, October, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in January
Nome, AK

Average cloud cover in January - Nome, AK
  • Average cloud cover in January: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 47).

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Average visibility in January
Nome, AK

Average visibility in January - Nome, 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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