January weather forecast
Shungnak, AK

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Shungnak, Alaska, is a polar cold winter month, with an average temperature ranging between max -1.7°F (-18.7°C) and min -11.7°F (-24.3°C).

Temperature

Shungnak's coldest weather arrives in January, when temperatures average a high of -1.7°F (-18.7°C) and a low of -11.7°F (-24.3°C).

Humidity

In Shungnak, the average relative humidity in January is 89%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall in Shungnak is January, when the rain falls for 1.3 days and typically collects 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall in Shungnak. In Shungnak, in January, during 10.7 snowfall days, 5.87" (149mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 91.1 snowfall days, and 61.46" (1561mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Shungnak, the average length of the day in January is 4h and 16min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 12:21 pm and sunset at 2:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:36 am and sunset at 4:47 pm AKST.

Sunshine

In Shungnak, the average sunshine in January is 2.9h.

UV index

January, March, April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, 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 average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in January interprets into the following recommendations:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Shungnak?

The coldest period in Shungnak tends to be January, when average temperatures fluctuate between a high of -1.7°F (-18.7°C) and a low of -11.7°F (-24.3°C).

How cold is it in Shungnak in January?

The high-temperature during January is -1.7°F (-18.7°C) and the low-temperature is -11.7°F (-24.3°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Shungnak?

In Shungnak, the average relative humidity in January is 89%.

What is the driest month in Shungnak?

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 1.3 days and accumulates 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in Shungnak?

In Shungnak, Alaska, in January, during 1.3 rainfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Shungnak?

In Shungnak, in January, during 10.7 snowfall days, 5.87" (149mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January in Shungnak?

In January, the average day length in Shungnak, Alaska, is 4h and 16min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Shungnak?

On the first day of January in Shungnak, Alaska, sunrise is at 12:21 pm and sunset at 2:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:36 am and sunset at 4:47 pm AKST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Shungnak?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Shungnak is 2.9h.

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

The months with the lowest UV index in Shungnak, Alaska, are January, March, April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in January in Shungnak?

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

Average temperature in January - Shungnak, AK
  • Average high temperature in January: -1.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (66°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-1.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: -11.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (49.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-11.7°F).

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Average pressure in January
Shungnak, AK

Average pressure in January - Shungnak, AK
  • Average pressure in January: 29.97"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (29.98"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.79"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Shungnak, AK

Average wind speed in January - Shungnak, AK
  • Average wind speed in January: 5.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (5.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January, April, July, August and September (5.2mph).

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Average humidity in January
Shungnak, AK

Average humidity in January - Shungnak, AK
  • Average humidity in January: 89%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and April (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (55%).

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Average rainfall in January
Shungnak, AK

Average rainfall in January - Shungnak, AK
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.75").

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Average rainfall days in January
Shungnak, AK

Average rainfall days in January - Shungnak, AK
  • Average rainfall days in January: 1.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (0.8 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Shungnak, AK

Average snowfall in January - Shungnak, AK
  • Average snowfall in January: 5.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (13.23").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Shungnak, AK

Average snowfall days in January - Shungnak, AK
  • Average snowfall days in January: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (14.1 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Shungnak, AK
  • Average daylight in January: 4h and 2min

The month with the longest days is May (Average daylight: 20h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 0h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 2h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 8h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 0h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Shungnak, AK

Average sunshine days in January - Shungnak, AK
  • Average sunshine days in January: 20.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (12.1 days).

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Average UV index in January
Shungnak, AK

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, March, April, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in January
Shungnak, AK

Average cloud cover in January - Shungnak, AK
  • Average cloud cover in January: 45

The months with the most cloud cover are February and August (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 41).

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Average visibility in January
Shungnak, AK

Average visibility in January - Shungnak, 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, February, March, April, November and December (4mi).

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