January weather forecast
Ohogamiut, AK

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is an extremely cold winter month in Ohogamiut, Alaska, with temperature in the range of an average low of 3.7°F (-15.7°C) and an average high of 12.2°F (-11°C).

Temperature

January, characterized by an average high temperature of 12.2°F (-11°C) and a low temperature of 3.7°F (-15.7°C), is generally the coldest month.

Humidity

January through March, with an average relative humidity of 91%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall are January and April Rain falls for 5.5 days and accumulates 0.91" (23mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Ohogamiut, during January, snow falls for 11.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.66" (93mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 74.8 snowfall days, and 22.91" (582mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Ohogamiut, Alaska, the average length of the day in January is 6h and 29min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 11:05 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 10:12 am and sunset at 5:49 pm AKST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 3h.

UV index

In Ohogamiut, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in January translates into the following recommendations:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Ohogamiut?

January brings the lowest temperatures, with an average high of 12.2°F (-11°C) and an average low of 3.7°F (-15.7°C).

How cold is it in Ohogamiut in January?

In Ohogamiut, 12.2°F (-11°C) is the average high-temperature and 3.7°F (-15.7°C) is the average low-temperature during January.

What are the most humid months in Ohogamiut?

January through March, with an average relative humidity of 91%, are most humid months in Ohogamiut.

What is the average humidity in January in Ohogamiut?

In Ohogamiut, the average relative humidity in January is 91%.

What is the driest month in Ohogamiut?

January and April are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 5.5 days and typically aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in January in Ohogamiut?

In January, in Ohogamiut, Alaska, the rain falls for 5.5 days. Throughout January, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Ohogamiut in January?

In Ohogamiut, Alaska, in January, snow falls for 11.1 days, with typically accumulated 3.66" (93mm) of snow.

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

In January, the average day length is 6h and 29min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Ohogamiut?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 11:05 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, in Ohogamiut, sunrise is at 10:12 am and sunset at 5:49 pm AKST.

How many hours of sunshine does Ohogamiut have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January in Ohogamiut is 3h.

How high is the UV index in January in Ohogamiut?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Ohogamiut, AK

Average temperature in January - Ohogamiut, AK
  • Average high temperature in January: 12.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (62.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (12.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 3.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (49.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (3.7°F).

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Average pressure in January
Ohogamiut, AK

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.92"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (29.64"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Ohogamiut, AK

Average wind speed in January - Ohogamiut, AK
  • Average wind speed in January: 12.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.5mph).

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Average humidity in January
Ohogamiut, AK

Average humidity in January - Ohogamiut, AK
  • Average humidity in January: 91%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (65%).

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Average rainfall in January
Ohogamiut, AK

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.09").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and April (0.91").

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Average rainfall days in January
Ohogamiut, AK

Average rainfall days in January - Ohogamiut, AK
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is March (4.4 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Ohogamiut, AK

Average snowfall in January - Ohogamiut, AK
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.66"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.96").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Ohogamiut, AK

Average snowfall days in January - Ohogamiut, AK
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (12.8 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
Ohogamiut, AK

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Ohogamiut, AK
  • Average daylight in January: 6h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Ohogamiut, AK

Average sunshine days in January - Ohogamiut, AK
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (8.6 days).

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Average UV index in January
Ohogamiut, AK

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

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

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Average cloud cover in January
Ohogamiut, AK

Average cloud cover in January - Ohogamiut, AK
  • Average cloud cover in January: 55

The months with the most cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 54).

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Average visibility in January
Ohogamiut, AK

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

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

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