January weather forecast
Shishmaref, AK

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is an extremely cold winter month in Shishmaref, Alaska, with an average temperature fluctuating between 7.9°F (-13.4°C) and -0.2°F (-17.9°C).

Temperature

January, known for its average high temperature of 7.9°F (-13.4°C) and an average low temperature of -0.2°F (-17.9°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

January through March, with an average relative humidity of 92%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall in Shishmaref is January, when the rain falls for 1.8 days and typically collects 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Shishmaref are January through May, September through December. In Shishmaref, Alaska, in January, during 9.2 snowfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Shishmaref, during the entire year, snow falls for 75.9 days and aggregates up to 10.91" (277mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 4h and 39min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 12:37 pm and sunset at 3:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 11:05 am and sunset at 5:29 pm AKST.

Sunshine

In Shishmaref, the average sunshine in January is 1.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Shishmaref are January, February, April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In January, a regular UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Shishmaref?

In Shishmaref, January registers the lowest temperatures, averaging 7.9°F (-13.4°C) at the peak and -0.2°F (-17.9°C) at the lowest.

How cold is it in Shishmaref in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Shishmaref, records 7.9°F (-13.4°C), while the low-temperature is -0.2°F (-17.9°C).

What is the most humid month in Shishmaref?

January through March, with an average relative humidity of 92%, are most humid months in Shishmaref, Alaska.

What is the average humidity in January in Shishmaref?

In Shishmaref, the average relative humidity in January is 92%.

What is the driest month in Shishmaref?

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 1.8 days and typically collects 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in Shishmaref?

In January, in Shishmaref, the rain falls for 1.8 days. Throughout January, 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Shishmaref in January?

In Shishmaref, in January, snow falls for 9.2 days, with typically accumulated 1.22" (31mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Shishmaref have in January?

In Shishmaref, Alaska, the average day length in January is 4h and 39min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Shishmaref?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 12:37 pm and sunset at 3:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 11:05 am and sunset at 5:29 pm AKST.

How many hours of sunshine does Shishmaref have in January?

In Shishmaref, the average sunshine duration in January is 1.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Shishmaref?

January, February, April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Shishmaref.

How high is the UV index in January in Shishmaref?

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

Average temperature in January - Shishmaref, AK
  • Average high temperature in January: 7.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (52.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (7.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: -0.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (45.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (-0.8°F).

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Average pressure in January
Shishmaref, AK

Average pressure in January - Shishmaref, AK
  • Average pressure in January: 29.91"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are March and May (29.95"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (29.74"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Shishmaref, AK

Average wind speed in January - Shishmaref, AK
  • Average wind speed in January: 12mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (14.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (9mph).

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Average humidity in January
Shishmaref, AK

Average humidity in January - Shishmaref, AK
  • Average humidity in January: 92%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (92%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, September and October (79%).

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Average rainfall in January
Shishmaref, AK

Average rainfall in January - Shishmaref, AK
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.31").

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Average rainfall days in January
Shishmaref, AK

Average rainfall days in January - Shishmaref, AK
  • Average rainfall days in January: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (12.4 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and December (1.5 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Shishmaref, AK

Average snowfall in January - Shishmaref, AK
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Shishmaref, AK

Average snowfall days in January - Shishmaref, AK
  • Average snowfall days in January: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (12 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Shishmaref, AK

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Shishmaref, AK
  • Average daylight in January: 4h and 4min

The month with the longest days is July (Average daylight: 19h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 2h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 1h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 0h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Shishmaref, AK

Average sunshine days in January - Shishmaref, AK
  • Average sunshine days in January: 20.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (14.3 days).

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Average UV index in January
Shishmaref, AK

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, April, October, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in January
Shishmaref, AK

Average cloud cover in January - Shishmaref, AK
  • Average cloud cover in January: 66

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 45).

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Average visibility in January
Shishmaref, AK

Average visibility in January - Shishmaref, AK
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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