January weather forecastWainwright, AK
January
Weather in January
January, like December, is another arctic cold winter month in Wainwright, Alaska, with an average temperature fluctuating between -10.3°F (-23.5°C) and -1.8°F (-18.8°C).Temperature
January brings the lowest temperatures, with an average high of -1.8°F (-18.8°C) and an average low of -10.3°F (-23.5°C).Humidity
January through March and December, with an average relative humidity of 94%, are the most humid months.Rainfall
The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 0.9 days and typically collects 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through December are months with snowfall in Wainwright. In January, it is snowing for 12.8 days. Throughout January, 1.14" (29mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 134.6 snowfall days, and 19.88" (505mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In January, the average length of the day is 1h and 13min.On the first day of January, sunrise is at 3:00 pm and sunset at 3:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 11:42 am and sunset at 4:04 pm AKST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in January is 0.7h.UV index
January through March, September through 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 minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: A typical high UV index of 1 in January suggests 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. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Wainwright, AK
- Average high temperature in January: -1.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (49.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-1.8°F).
- Average low temperature in January: -10.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (40.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-10.3°F).
Average pressure in January
Wainwright, AK
- Average pressure in January: 30.07"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.84"Hg).
Average wind speed in January
Wainwright, AK
- Average wind speed in January: 11.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (14.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (10.7mph).
Average humidity in January
Wainwright, AK
- Average humidity in January: 94%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February, March and December (94%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (77%).
Average rainfall in January
Wainwright, AK
- Average rainfall in January: 0.31"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.34").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.31").
Average rainfall days in January
Wainwright, AK
- Average rainfall days in January: 0.9 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (13 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (0.7 days).
Average snowfall in January
Wainwright, AK
- Average snowfall in January: 1.14"
The month with the highest snowfall is October (3.43").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0.08").
Average snowfall days in January
Wainwright, AK
- Average snowfall days in January: 12.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (18.4 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0.9 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Wainwright, AK
- Average daylight in January: 1h and 12min
The month with the longest days is August (Average daylight: 18h and 24min).
The months with the shortest days are June and December (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in January: 0h and 42min
The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are July and December (Average sunshine: 0h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in January
Wainwright, AK
- Average sunshine days in January: 18.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is June (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (9.6 days).
Average UV index in January
Wainwright, AK
- Average UV index in January: 1
The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, September, October, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in January
Wainwright, AK
- Average cloud cover in January: 74
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 84).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 47).
Average visibility in January
Wainwright, AK
- Average visibility in January: 4mi
The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August and September (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and March (4mi).
