January weather forecastPrudhoe Bay, AK
January
Weather in January
January brings the coldest temperatures of the year, shivering in Prudhoe Bay, Alaska. A daily frosty display of winter weather marches on, with the average high and low temperatures peaking from -7.1°F (-21.7°C) to -16.6°F (-27°C). The chill in the air is coupled with dense cloud coverage, which typically obscures the scant periods of artificial light. The bay's winter months are also characterized by persistent snowfall, making the landscape a white wonderland. In contrast, the relatively tranquil winds in January subtly carry the music of winter.Temperature
In Prudhoe Bay, the lowest average temperatures are observed in January, with a high of -7.1°F (-21.7°C) and a low of -16.6°F (-27°C).Humidity
The months with the highest humidity in Prudhoe Bay are January through March and December, with an average relative humidity of 93%.Rainfall
The months with the least rainfall are January, April and December Rain falls for 1.3 days and accumulates 0.16" (4mm) of rain.Snowfall
January through June, August through December are months with snowfall. In January, it is snowing for 13.1 days. Throughout January, 0.79" (20mm) of snow is accumulated. In Prudhoe Bay, during the entire year, snow falls for 122.8 days and aggregates up to 10.24" (260mm) of snow.Daylight
In January, the average length of the day is 1h and 26min.On the first day of January, sunrise is at 3:00 pm and sunset at 3:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:48 am and sunset at 3:25 pm AKST.
Sunshine
In Prudhoe Bay, the average sunshine in January is 0.8h.UV index
In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in January translates into the following instructions:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Prudhoe Bay, AK
- Average high temperature in January: -7.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (51.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-7.1°F).
- Average low temperature in January: -16.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (40.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-16.6°F).
Average pressure in January
Prudhoe Bay, AK
- Average pressure in January: 30.06"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.84"Hg).
Average wind speed in January
Prudhoe Bay, AK
- Average wind speed in January: 10.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (9.8mph).
Average humidity in January
Prudhoe Bay, 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 July (76%).
Average rainfall in January
Prudhoe Bay, AK
- Average rainfall in January: 0.16"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (0.83").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, April and December (0.16").
Average rainfall days in January
Prudhoe Bay, AK
- Average rainfall days in January: 1.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (11.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (0.7 days).
Average snowfall in January
Prudhoe Bay, AK
- Average snowfall in January: 0.79"
The month with the highest snowfall is November (1.81").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Prudhoe Bay, AK
- Average snowfall days in January: 13.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0.2 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Prudhoe Bay, AK
- Average daylight in January: 1h and 24min
The month with the longest days is August (Average daylight: 18h and 12min).
The months with the shortest days are June and December (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in January: 0h and 48min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 0h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in January
Prudhoe Bay, AK
- Average sunshine days in January: 19.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is June (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (14 days).
Average UV index in January
Prudhoe Bay, AK
- Average UV index in January: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, March, April, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in January
Prudhoe Bay, AK
- Average cloud cover in January: 72
The months with the most cloud cover are November and December (Cloud cover 76).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 45).
Average visibility in January
Prudhoe Bay, AK
- Average visibility in January: 4mi
The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, March and December (4mi).
