January weather forecast
Primrose, AK

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Primrose, Alaska, with an average temperature ranging between min 9°F (-12.8°C) and max 18.7°F (-7.4°C).

Temperature

January, with an average high of 18.7°F (-7.4°C) and a low of 9°F (-12.8°C), signifies the coldest month of the year.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity in Primrose, Alaska, is 90%.

Rainfall

In Primrose, during January, the rain falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Primrose, there are 182.8 rainfall days, and 46.1" (1171mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Primrose are January through May, September through December. In Primrose, Alaska, in January, snow falls for 17.7 days, with typically accumulated 17.09" (434mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Primrose, Alaska, there are 116.2 snowfall days, and 116.38" (2956mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 6h and 49min.
On the first day of January in Primrose, sunrise is at 10:02 am and sunset at 3:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:15 am and sunset at 5:06 pm AKST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 2.9h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 1 in January interprets into the following advice:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Primrose?

The coldest time of the year in Primrose is January, with temperatures averaging a high of 18.7°F (-7.4°C) and a low of 9°F (-12.8°C).

How cold is it in Primrose in January?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during January are 18.7°F (-7.4°C) and 9°F (-12.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January in Primrose?

In Primrose, the average relative humidity in January is 90%.

How much does it rain in Primrose in January?

In Primrose, in January, it is raining for 10.3 days, with typically 3.39" (86mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Primrose?

In Primrose, in January, during 17.7 snowfall days, 17.09" (434mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Primrose have in January?

In Primrose, Alaska, the average day length in January is 6h and 49min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Primrose?

On the first day of January in Primrose, sunrise is at 10:02 am and sunset at 3:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:15 am and sunset at 5:06 pm AKST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Primrose?

The average sunshine duration in January in Primrose is 2.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Primrose?

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Primrose.

What is the UV index reading in January in Primrose?

In Primrose, Alaska, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Primrose, AK

Average temperature in January - Primrose, AK
  • Average high temperature in January: 18.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (58.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (44.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9°F).

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Average pressure in January
Primrose, AK

Average pressure in January - Primrose, AK
  • Average pressure in January: 29.66"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.98"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (29.62"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Primrose, AK

Average wind speed in January - Primrose, AK
  • Average wind speed in January: 5.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (4.4mph).

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Average humidity in January
Primrose, AK

Average humidity in January - Primrose, AK
  • Average humidity in January: 90%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and December (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (78%).

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Average rainfall in January
Primrose, AK

Average rainfall in January - Primrose, AK
  • Average rainfall in January: 3.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (6.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (2.2").

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Average rainfall days in January
Primrose, AK

Average rainfall days in January - Primrose, AK
  • Average rainfall days in January: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (21.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.8 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Primrose, AK

Average snowfall in January - Primrose, AK
  • Average snowfall in January: 17.09"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (24.06").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Primrose, AK

Average snowfall days in January - Primrose, AK
  • Average snowfall days in January: 17.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (20.8 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
Primrose, AK

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Primrose, AK
  • Average daylight in January: 6h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 2h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are May and July (Average sunshine: 8h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Primrose, AK

Average sunshine days in January - Primrose, AK
  • Average sunshine days in January: 9.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (9.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (7 days).

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Average UV index in January
Primrose, AK

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in January
Primrose, AK

Average cloud cover in January - Primrose, AK
  • Average cloud cover in January: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 54).

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Average visibility in January
Primrose, AK

Average visibility in January - Primrose, AK
  • Average visibility in January: 4mi

The month with the highest visibility is June (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, November and December (4mi).

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