January weather forecast
Wells, AK

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Wells, Alaska, is another subzero cold winter month, with an average temperature ranging between max 21.6°F (-5.8°C) and min 13.5°F (-10.3°C).

Temperature

January is Wells's coldest month, registering average high temperatures of 21.6°F (-5.8°C) and lows of 13.5°F (-10.3°C).

Humidity

January is the most humid month in Wells, with an average relative humidity of 92%.

Rainfall

In January, in Wells, the rain falls for 15.5 days. Throughout January, 5.51" (140mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Wells, during the entire year, the rain falls for 200.4 days and collects up to 48.03" (1220mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Wells. In January, in Wells, it is snowing for 14.9 days. Throughout January, 18.82" (478mm) of snow is accumulated. In Wells, Alaska, during the entire year, snow falls for 83.4 days and aggregates up to 86.57" (2199mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Wells, the average length of the day in January is 7h and 2min.
On the first day of January in Wells, sunrise is at 9:00 am and sunset at 3:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:16 am and sunset at 4:17 pm AKST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 3.7h of sunshine.

UV index

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Wells is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In January, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Wells?

Wells's January weather, marked by an average high temperature of 21.6°F (-5.8°C) and an average low temperature of 13.5°F (-10.3°C), is the coldest in the year.

How cold is January in Wells?

Wells in January has an average high-temperature of 21.6°F (-5.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 13.5°F (-10.3°C).

What is the most humid month in Wells?

With an average relative humidity of 92%, January is the most humid month in Wells.

What is the average humidity in January in Wells?

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

How many days does it rain in January in Wells?

In Wells, in January, it is raining for 15.5 days, with typically 5.51" (140mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Wells?

In Wells, in January, snow falls for 14.9 days, with typically accumulated 18.82" (478mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Wells have in January?

The average day length in January in Wells is 7h and 2min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Wells?

On the first day of January in Wells, Alaska, sunrise is at 9:00 am and sunset at 3:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:16 am and sunset at 4:17 pm AKST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Wells?

January and December, with an average of 3.7h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Wells, Alaska.

How long on average sun shines in January in Wells?

The average sunshine duration in January in Wells, Alaska, is 3.7h.

How high is the UV index in January in Wells?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Wells, Alaska, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Wells, AK

Average temperature in January - Wells, AK
  • Average high temperature in January: 21.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (56.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 13.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (44.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (12.4°F).

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Average pressure in January
Wells, AK

Average pressure in January - Wells, AK
  • Average pressure in January: 29.87"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (30.01"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (29.81"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Wells, AK

Average wind speed in January - Wells, AK
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (4.7mph).

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Average humidity in January
Wells, AK

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (78%).

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Average rainfall in January
Wells, AK

Average rainfall in January - Wells, AK
  • Average rainfall in January: 5.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (5.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (2.2").

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Average rainfall days in January
Wells, AK

Average rainfall days in January - Wells, AK
  • Average rainfall days in January: 15.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (20.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.3 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Wells, AK

Average snowfall in January - Wells, AK
  • Average snowfall in January: 18.82"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (21.06").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Wells, AK

Average snowfall days in January - Wells, AK
  • Average snowfall days in January: 14.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (17.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Wells, AK
  • Average daylight in January: 7h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Wells, AK

Average sunshine days in January - Wells, AK
  • Average sunshine days in January: 7.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is February (10.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (6.3 days).

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Average UV index in January
Wells, AK

Average UV index in January - Wells, AK
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in January
Wells, AK

Average cloud cover in January - Wells, AK
  • Average cloud cover in January: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 47).

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Average visibility in January
Wells, AK

Average visibility in January - Wells, AK
  • Average visibility in January: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, November and December (4mi).

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