January weather forecastShaktoolik, AK
January
Weather in January
January, the same as December, is another frigid cold winter month in Shaktoolik, Alaska, with temperature in the range of an average high of 9.1°F (-12.7°C) and an average low of 1.8°F (-16.8°C).Temperature
January, with an average high of 9.1°F (-12.7°C) and a low of 1.8°F (-16.8°C), signifies the coldest month of the year.Humidity
In January, the average relative humidity is 91%.Rainfall
The month with the least rainfall in Shaktoolik is January, when the rain falls for 2.7 days and typically collects 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Shaktoolik, Alaska, during January, snow falls for 13.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.5" (89mm) of snow. In Shaktoolik, during the entire year, snow falls for 94.3 days and aggregates up to 27.2" (691mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in January in Shaktoolik is 5h and 33min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 11:38 am and sunset at 3:57 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 10:29 am and sunset at 5:26 pm AKST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in January is 3.1h.UV index
January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The UV index of 1 during January leads to these advisories:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. 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
Shaktoolik, AK
- Average high temperature in January: 9.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (59.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (9.1°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 1.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (48.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.8°F).
Average pressure in January
Shaktoolik, AK
- Average pressure in January: 29.85"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (29.92"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (29.72"Hg).
Average wind speed in January
Shaktoolik, AK
- Average wind speed in January: 8.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (9.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (6mph).
Average humidity in January
Shaktoolik, AK
- Average humidity in January: 91%
The month with the highest relative humidity is March (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (72%).
Average rainfall in January
Shaktoolik, AK
- Average rainfall in January: 0.55"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").
Average rainfall days in January
Shaktoolik, AK
- Average rainfall days in January: 2.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.7 days).
Average snowfall in January
Shaktoolik, AK
- Average snowfall in January: 3.5"
The month with the highest snowfall is November (4.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Shaktoolik, AK
- Average snowfall days in January: 13.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (16.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Shaktoolik, AK
- Average daylight in January: 5h and 30min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 21h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in January: 3h and 6min
The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in January
Shaktoolik, AK
- Average sunshine days in January: 18.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (8.4 days).
Average UV index in January
Shaktoolik, 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 and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in January
Shaktoolik, AK
- Average cloud cover in January: 53
The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 50).
Average visibility in January
Shaktoolik, AK
- Average visibility in January: 4mi
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 and December (4mi).





