January weather forecast
Unalakleet, AK

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is another frigid cold winter month in Unalakleet, Alaska, with temperature in the range of an average low of 1.8°F (-16.8°C) and an average high of 9.1°F (-12.7°C).

Temperature

January is the month when Unalakleet experiences its coldest temperatures, averaging a high of 9.1°F (-12.7°C) and a low of 1.8°F (-16.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 91%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall in Unalakleet. Rain falls for 2.7 days and accumulates 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall in Unalakleet. In January, in Unalakleet, it is snowing for 13.2 days. Throughout January, 3.5" (89mm) of snow is accumulated. In Unalakleet, 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 is 5h and 44min.
On the first day of January in Unalakleet, Alaska, sunrise is at 11:30 am and sunset at 4:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:24 am and sunset at 5:29 pm AKST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Unalakleet, Alaska, 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 in Unalakleet. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 1 during January translates into the following recommendations:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Unalakleet?

The lowest temperatures in Unalakleet, Alaska, are recorded in January, with averages reaching a high of 9.1°F (-12.7°C) and a low of 1.8°F (-16.8°C).

How cold is January in Unalakleet?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Unalakleet, is 9.1°F (-12.7°C) and the average low-temperature is 1.8°F (-16.8°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Unalakleet?

In January, the average relative humidity is 91%.

What is the driest month in Unalakleet?

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 2.7 days and accumulates 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in Unalakleet?

In January, the rain falls for 2.7 days. Throughout January, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Unalakleet in January?

In Unalakleet, in January, during 13.2 snowfall days, 3.5" (89mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Unalakleet have in January?

The average day length in January in Unalakleet is 5h and 44min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Unalakleet?

On the first day of January in Unalakleet, sunrise is at 11:30 am and sunset at 4:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:24 am and sunset at 5:29 pm AKST.

How many hours of sunshine does Unalakleet have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Unalakleet, Alaska, is 3.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Unalakleet?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in January in Unalakleet?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Unalakleet, Alaska, is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Unalakleet, AK

Average temperature in January - Unalakleet, 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).

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Average pressure in January
Unalakleet, AK

Average pressure in January - Unalakleet, 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).

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Average wind speed in January
Unalakleet, AK

Average wind speed in January - Unalakleet, 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).

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Average humidity in January
Unalakleet, AK

Average humidity in January - Unalakleet, 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%).

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Average rainfall in January
Unalakleet, AK

Average rainfall in January - Unalakleet, 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").

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Average rainfall days in January
Unalakleet, AK

Average rainfall days in January - Unalakleet, 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).

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Average snowfall in January
Unalakleet, AK

Average snowfall in January - Unalakleet, 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").

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Average snowfall days in January
Unalakleet, AK

Average snowfall days in January - Unalakleet, 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).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Unalakleet, AK
  • Average daylight in January: 5h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 20h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 1min

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).

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Average sunshine days in January
Unalakleet, AK

Average sunshine days in January - Unalakleet, 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).

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Average UV index in January
Unalakleet, AK

Average UV index in January - Unalakleet, 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).

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Average cloud cover in January
Unalakleet, AK

Average cloud cover in January - Unalakleet, 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).

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Average visibility in January
Unalakleet, AK

Average visibility in January - Unalakleet, 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).

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