January weather forecastValdez, AK

Lake water and grown-in surface vegetation in Valdez Province, Alaska

January

Weather in January

The beginning of the year in Valdez, Alaska, brings a cold and snowy start to the year. January weather displays a notable contrast between high and low temperature fluctuating from 10°F (-12.2°C) to 18°F (-7.8°C). Hardy locals and tourists adapt to the chill, appreciating the thick snow which makes winter sports possible. Relative humidity remains consistent, leading to frequent cloudy skies. Snowfall increases dramatically towards the last days of the month, with snowflakes filling the air both morning and evening.

Temperature

Valdez witnesses the coldest weather in January, with temperatures averaging a high of 18°F (-7.8°C) and a low of 10°F (-12.2°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Valdez are January and April, with an average relative humidity of 88%.

Rainfall

In Valdez, in January, it is raining for 10.8 days, with typically 5.28" (134mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Valdez, there are 167.5 rainfall days, and 56.73" (1441mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Valdez, during January, snow falls for 13.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 19.13" (486mm) of snow. In Valdez, during the entire year, snow falls for 88.9 days and aggregates up to 114.06" (2897mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In January, the average ocean temperature is 40.5°F (4.7°C).
Note: During swimming events, this situation presents an imminent life risk. Instantaneous loss of breath control makes clear thinking a near impossibility. A specialized swimsuit is compulsory to limit thermal dissipation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 6h and 36min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 9:58 am and sunset at 3:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:07 am and sunset at 4:49 pm AKST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 3.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. 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 maximum UV index of 1 during January translates into these guidelines:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.

Updated: Jun 3, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Valdez experiences its average lowest temperatures in January, reaching a peak of 18°F (-7.8°C) and a minimum of 10°F (-12.2°C).

Valdez in January has an average high-temperature of 18°F (-7.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 10°F (-12.2°C).

The months with the highest humidity are January and April, with an average relative humidity of 88%.

In Valdez, the average relative humidity in January is 88%.

In Valdez, in January, during 10.8 rainfall days, 5.28" (134mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In January, in Valdez, it is snowing for 13.7 days. Throughout January, 19.13" (486mm) of snow is accumulated.

In January, the average ocean temperature is 40.5°F (4.7°C). For swimming, this is considered very dangerous and immediately life-threatening. Total loss of breathing control instantly occurs, and clear thinking becomes almost impossible. A specialized swimsuit is obligatory to minimize thermal loss.

In Valdez, the average day length in January is 6h and 36min.

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 9:58 am and sunset at 3:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:07 am and sunset at 4:49 pm AKST.

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

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

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Valdez is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

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Long-term

Year January F M A M J J A S O N D

Dec

January

Feb

Average high temperature

20.1°F

18°F

20.7°F

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

7.9mph

8.1mph

7.3mph

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

17.8

13.7

15.2

Average sea temperature

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

9.7

12.3

10.5

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Valdez, AK

Average high temperature in January: 18°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (53.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18°F).

Average low temperature in January: 10°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (43.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10°F).

Average pressure in January
Valdez, AK

Average pressure in January: 29.74"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.98"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (29.69"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Valdez, AK

Average wind speed in January: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (3.7mph).

Average humidity in January
Valdez, AK

Average humidity in January: 88%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and April (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May, June, July and November (83%).

Average rainfall in January
Valdez, AK

Average rainfall in January: 5.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (7.44").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (1.93").

Average rainfall days in January
Valdez, AK

Average rainfall days in January: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.2 days).

Average snowfall in January
Valdez, AK

Average snowfall in January: 19.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (26.73").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Valdez, AK

Average snowfall days in January: 13.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (17.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average sea temperature in January
Valdez, AK

Average sea temperature in January: 40.5°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is July (56.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (38.9°F).

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

Average daylight in January: 6h and 36min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 42min).

Average sunshine in January: 3h and 6min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).