January weather forecastPlatinum, AK
January
Weather in January
January, the same as December, in Platinum, Alaska, is a freezing cold winter month, with an average temperature varying between 20.1°F (-6.6°C) and 24.6°F (-4.1°C).Temperature
Platinum records the coldest temperatures in January, averaging a high of 24.6°F (-4.1°C) and a low of 20.1°F (-6.6°C).Humidity
January and July, with an average relative humidity of 88%, are the most humid months.Rainfall
In January, the rain falls for 5.6 days. Throughout January, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 138.3 rainfall days, and 25.71" (653mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through June, September through December are months with snowfall. In Platinum, during January, snow falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.54" (90mm) of snow. In Platinum, during the entire year, snow falls for 71.1 days and aggregates up to 21.65" (550mm) of snow.Daylight
In Platinum, the average length of the day in January is 7h and 8min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 10:40 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 9:57 am and sunset at 6:03 pm AKST.
Sunshine
In January, the average sunshine is 2.7h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: In January, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Platinum, AK
- Average high temperature in January: 24.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (53.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.6°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 20.1°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 (19.8°F).
Average pressure in January
Platinum, AK
- Average pressure in January: 29.61"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.95"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (29.56"Hg).
Average wind speed in January
Platinum, AK
- Average wind speed in January: 18.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (21.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (12.2mph).
Average humidity in January
Platinum, AK
- Average humidity in January: 88%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and July (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (79%).
Average rainfall in January
Platinum, AK
- Average rainfall in January: 1.54"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.7").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are May and June (0.94").
Average rainfall days in January
Platinum, AK
- Average rainfall days in January: 5.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (20.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is March (4.4 days).
Average snowfall in January
Platinum, AK
- Average snowfall in January: 3.54"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.65").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Platinum, AK
- Average snowfall days in January: 11.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (11.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Platinum, AK
- Average daylight in January: 7h and 6min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in January: 2h and 42min
The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are November and December (Average sunshine: 2h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in January
Platinum, AK
- Average sunshine days in January: 13.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is May (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (7 days).
Average UV index in January
Platinum, AK
- Average UV index in January: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, March, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in January
Platinum, AK
- Average cloud cover in January: 61
The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 54).
Average visibility in January
Platinum, AK
- Average visibility in January: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, November and December (5mi).
