January weather forecastNuiqsut, AK
January
Weather in January
January, like December, in Nuiqsut, Alaska, is another dangerously cold winter month, with an average temperature varying between -7.1°F (-21.7°C) and -16.8°F (-27.1°C).Temperature
January is the coldest month, with the temperature often reaching an average high of -7.1°F (-21.7°C) and an average low of -16.8°F (-27.1°C).Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 93%.Rainfall
January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 1.2 days and accumulates 0.2" (5mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through June, August through December are months with snowfall in Nuiqsut. In January, it is snowing for 12.9 days. Throughout January, 1.22" (31mm) of snow is accumulated. In Nuiqsut, during the entire year, snow falls for 124.7 days and aggregates up to 17.99" (457mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in January in Nuiqsut is 1h and 28min.On the first day of January, sunrise is at 3:00 pm and sunset at 3:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:58 am and sunset at 3:36 pm AKST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in January is 0.8h.UV index
In Nuiqsut, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during January leads to these instructions:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Nuiqsut, AK
- Average high temperature in January: -7.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (55.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-7.1°F).
- Average low temperature in January: -16.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (42.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-16.8°F).
Average pressure in January
Nuiqsut, AK
- Average pressure in January: 30.07"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.84"Hg).
Average wind speed in January
Nuiqsut, AK
- Average wind speed in January: 9.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (8.9mph).
Average humidity in January
Nuiqsut, AK
- Average humidity in January: 93%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).
Average rainfall in January
Nuiqsut, AK
- Average rainfall in January: 0.2"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.18").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.2").
Average rainfall days in January
Nuiqsut, AK
- Average rainfall days in January: 1.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (13 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (0.7 days).
Average snowfall in January
Nuiqsut, AK
- Average snowfall in January: 1.22"
The month with the highest snowfall is October (3.19").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Nuiqsut, AK
- Average snowfall days in January: 12.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0.2 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Nuiqsut, AK
- Average daylight in January: 1h and 30min
The month with the longest days is August (Average daylight: 18h and 12min).
The months with the shortest days are June and December (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in January: 0h and 48min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 6h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 0h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in January
Nuiqsut, AK
- Average sunshine days in January: 19.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is June (21.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (11.8 days).
Average UV index in January
Nuiqsut, AK
- Average UV index in January: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, March, May, September, October, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in January
Nuiqsut, AK
- Average cloud cover in January: 70
The months with the most cloud cover are November and December (Cloud cover 75).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 44).
Average visibility in January
Nuiqsut, AK
- Average visibility in January: 4mi
The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August and September (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, March, November and December (4mi).
