January weather forecast
Point Lay, AK

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a polar cold winter month in Point Lay, Alaska, with an average temperature varying between -0.6°F (-18.1°C) and -8.9°F (-22.7°C).

Temperature

Point Lay's January weather, with an average high temperature of -0.6°F (-18.1°C) and an average low temperature of -8.9°F (-22.7°C), tends to be the coldest of the year.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January through March and December, with an average relative humidity of 93%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall in Point Lay, Alaska. Rain falls for 1 days and accumulates 0.24" (6mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through December are months with snowfall in Point Lay, Alaska. In January, it is snowing for 9.8 days. Throughout January, 0.98" (25mm) of snow is accumulated. In Point Lay, during the entire year, snow falls for 96.3 days and aggregates up to 15" (381mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 1h and 47min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 3:00 pm and sunset at 3:00 pm. On the last day of January, in Point Lay, Alaska, sunrise is at 11:38 am and sunset at 4:33 pm AKST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Point Lay is 0.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 1 during January leads to these advisories:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Point Lay?

January is the coldest month in Point Lay, with the temperature often reaching an average high of -0.6°F (-18.1°C) and an average low of -8.9°F (-22.7°C).

How cold is January in Point Lay?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Point Lay, is -0.6°F (-18.1°C), while the average low-temperature is -8.9°F (-22.7°C).

What is the most humid month in Point Lay?

The months with the highest humidity are January through March and December, with an average relative humidity of 93%.

What is the average humidity in January in Point Lay?

In Point Lay, Alaska, the average relative humidity in January is 93%.

What is the driest month in Point Lay?

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 1 days and accumulates 0.24" (6mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in Point Lay?

In Point Lay, in January, during 1 rainfall days, 0.24" (6mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Point Lay?

In Point Lay, in January, during 9.8 snowfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January in Point Lay?

The average day length in January in Point Lay, Alaska, is 1h and 47min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Point Lay?

On the first day of January in Point Lay, sunrise is at 3:00 pm and sunset at 3:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 11:38 am and sunset at 4:33 pm AKST.

How many hours of sunshine does Point Lay have in January?

In Point Lay, Alaska, the average sunshine duration in January is 0.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Point Lay?

The months with the lowest UV index in Point Lay are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Point Lay?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Point Lay, AK

Average temperature in January - Point Lay, AK
  • Average high temperature in January: -0.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (49.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-0.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: -8.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (42.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-8.9°F).

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Average pressure in January
Point Lay, AK

Average pressure in January - Point Lay, AK
  • Average pressure in January: 30.04"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and March (30.04"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.82"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Point Lay, AK

Average wind speed in January - Point Lay, AK
  • Average wind speed in January: 12.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (15.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (11.4mph).

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Average humidity in January
Point Lay, AK

Average humidity in January - Point Lay, AK
  • Average humidity in January: 93%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February, March and December (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (78%).

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Average rainfall in January
Point Lay, AK

Average rainfall in January - Point Lay, AK
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.24").

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Average rainfall days in January
Point Lay, AK

Average rainfall days in January - Point Lay, AK
  • Average rainfall days in January: 1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (0.7 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Point Lay, AK

Average snowfall in January - Point Lay, AK
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (2.68").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0.04").

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Average snowfall days in January
Point Lay, AK

Average snowfall days in January - Point Lay, AK
  • Average snowfall days in January: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (13.5 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0.6 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Point Lay, AK

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Point Lay, AK
  • Average daylight in January: 1h and 5min

The month with the longest days is August (Average daylight: 18h and 0min).
The months with the shortest days are June and December (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 0h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 0h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Point Lay, AK

Average sunshine days in January - Point Lay, AK
  • Average sunshine days in January: 21.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (12.8 days).

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Average UV index in January
Point Lay, AK

Average UV index in January - Point Lay, AK
  • Average UV index in January: 1

The months with the highest UV index are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (UV index 2).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in January
Point Lay, AK

Average cloud cover in January - Point Lay, AK
  • Average cloud cover in January: 69

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 79).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 45).

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Average visibility in January
Point Lay, AK

Average visibility in January - Point Lay, AK
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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