January weather forecast
Palmer, AK

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The scenic Mountain Park within the Mine State Historical Park in Palmer Province, Alaska
The scenic Mountain Park within the Mine State Historical Park in Palmer Province, Alaska

Weather in January

January weather in Palmer, Alaska, exhibits the intense chill of winter. Compared to December, the temperatures fall marginally with higher temperatures ranging from 19.8°F (-6.8°C) to 18.1°F (-7.7°C) and lower temperatures between 9.9°F (-12.3°C) to 8.1°F (-13.3°C). The city sees an average of 5" (127mm) of snow, the high humidity making the cold feel even more biting. The cold of January gives way to slightly warmer temperatures in February. The clear skies make for beautiful winter nights adorned by stars, offering a stunning spectacle that compensates for the harsh weather.

Temperature

Palmer notes the coldest temperatures in January, with a high average of 18.1°F (-7.7°C) and a low of 8.1°F (-13.3°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 86%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 11.7 days and typically collects 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall in Palmer. In Palmer, in January, during 11.9 snowfall days, 5" (127mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Palmer, during the entire year, snow falls for 76.2 days and aggregates up to 33.5" (851mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Palmer, Alaska, is 6h and 28min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 10:14 am and sunset at 3:45 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 9:21 am and sunset at 4:58 pm AKST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 4.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Palmer are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 1 transforms into these recommendations:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Palmer?

With average high and low temperatures of 18.1°F (-7.7°C) and 8.1°F (-13.3°C) respectively, January is Palmer's coldest month.

How cold is January in Palmer?

January temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 18.1°F (-7.7°C) and a low-temperature of 8.1°F (-13.3°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Palmer?

The average relative humidity in January in Palmer is 86%.

What is the driest month in Palmer?

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 11.7 days and typically collects 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Palmer in January?

In Palmer, Alaska, during January, the rain falls for 11.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Palmer?

In January, in Palmer, Alaska, it is snowing for 11.9 days. Throughout January, 5" (127mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

In January, the average day length in Palmer, Alaska, is 6h and 28min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Palmer?

On the first day of January in Palmer, Alaska, sunrise is at 10:14 am and sunset at 3:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:21 am and sunset at 4:58 pm AKST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Palmer?

In Palmer, the average sunshine duration in January is 4.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Palmer?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Palmer.

What is the UV index reading in January in Palmer?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Palmer, Alaska, is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Palmer, AK

Average temperature in January - Palmer, AK
  • Average high temperature in January: 18.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (61.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 8.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (44.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.1°F).

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Average pressure in January
Palmer, AK

Average pressure in January - Palmer, AK
  • Average pressure in January: 29.73"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.96"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are November and December (29.7"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Palmer, AK

Average wind speed in January - Palmer, AK
  • Average wind speed in January: 5.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (5.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4mph).

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Average humidity in January
Palmer, AK

Average humidity in January - Palmer, AK
  • Average humidity in January: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and June (69%).

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Average rainfall in January
Palmer, AK

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (2.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").

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Average rainfall days in January
Palmer, AK

Average rainfall days in January - Palmer, AK
  • Average rainfall days in January: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (22.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.9 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Palmer, AK

Average snowfall in January - Palmer, AK
  • Average snowfall in January: 5"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.93").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Palmer, AK

Average snowfall days in January - Palmer, AK
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (14.1 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
Palmer, AK

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Palmer, 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: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Palmer, AK

Average sunshine days in January - Palmer, AK
  • Average sunshine days in January: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (13.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (5.3 days).

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Average UV index in January
Palmer, AK

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in January
Palmer, AK

Average cloud cover in January - Palmer, AK
  • Average cloud cover in January: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 37).

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Average visibility in January
Palmer, AK

Average visibility in January - Palmer, 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 February, March and April (4mi).

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