January weather forecast
Port Protection, AK

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Port Protection, Alaska, is another cold winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 40.1°F (4.5°C) and 36.7°F (2.6°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature during January is a still wintry 40.1°F (4.5°C), almost matching the conditions of the preceding month. In Port Protection, January's low temperatures hover around a still icy 36.7°F (2.6°C), reflecting a minor decrease from the daytime highs.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 83%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 20.1 days. Throughout January, 7.72" (196mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Port Protection, during the entire year, the rain falls for 223.5 days and collects up to 72.17" (1833mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In January, it is snowing for 4.3 days. Throughout January, 2.68" (68mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 27.6 snowfall days, and 16.02" (407mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 7h and 41min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:27 am and sunset at 3:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 4:23 pm AKST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 2.8h of sunshine.

UV index

January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in January leads to these guidelines:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jun 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in January?

In Port Protection, in January, the average high-temperature is 40.1°F (4.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 36.7°F (2.6°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In Port Protection, the average relative humidity in January is 83%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Port Protection, during January, the rain falls for 20.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.72" (196mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Port Protection, in January, during 4.3 snowfall days, 2.68" (68mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Port Protection have in January?

The average day length in January is 7h and 41min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:27 am and sunset at 3:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 4:23 pm AKST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Port Protection?

With an average of 2.8h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In Port Protection, Alaska, the average sunshine duration in January is 2.8h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in January?

In Port Protection, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Port Protection, AK

Average temperature in January - Port Protection, AK
  • Average high temperature in January: 40.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (57.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (39.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 36.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (54.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (35.4°F).

Average pressure in January
Port Protection, AK

Average pressure in January - Port Protection, AK
  • Average pressure in January: 29.77"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (30.05"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (29.72"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Port Protection, AK

Average wind speed in January - Port Protection, AK
  • Average wind speed in January: 17mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (17mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and July (8.9mph).

Average humidity in January
Port Protection, AK

Average humidity in January - Port Protection, AK
  • Average humidity in January: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are February and March (78%).

Average rainfall in January
Port Protection, AK

Average rainfall in January - Port Protection, AK
  • Average rainfall in January: 7.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (9.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (3.07").

Average rainfall days in January
Port Protection, AK

Average rainfall days in January - Port Protection, AK
  • Average rainfall days in January: 20.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (23.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (14.2 days).

Average snowfall in January
Port Protection, AK

Average snowfall in January - Port Protection, AK
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.68"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.88").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Port Protection, AK

Average snowfall days in January - Port Protection, AK
  • Average snowfall days in January: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (8.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Port Protection, AK

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Port Protection, AK
  • Average daylight in January: 7h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 2h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 7h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Port Protection, AK

Average sunshine days in January - Port Protection, AK
  • Average sunshine days in January: 6.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (13.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (5.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Port Protection, AK

Average UV index in January - Port Protection, AK
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Port Protection, AK

Average cloud cover in January - Port Protection, AK
  • Average cloud cover in January: 71

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 71).
The months with the least cloud cover are May and September (Cloud cover 55).

Average visibility in January
Port Protection, AK

Average visibility in January - Port Protection, AK
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

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

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