January weather forecast
Yakutat, AK

Today
Tomorrow
Long-term
YearJanuaryFMAMJJASOND
°Celsius°Fahrenheit
Share

Contents

A beautiful panorama of the famous St Elias Mountain covered in snow and clouds, with a view of the Hubbard Glacier, Yakutat, Alaska
A beautiful panorama of the famous St Elias Mountain covered in snow and clouds, with a view of the Hubbard Glacier, Yakutat, Alaska

Weather in January

January weather in Yakutat, Alaska is marked by a winter atmosphere, considerable snowfall, and relatively short days. A shift from December sees an increase in snowfall to reach 9.53" (242mm), the second highest for the year. The sea remains cold while the earth experiences limited daylight hours but a reasonable amount of sunshine on clear days. Winds continue to bring chill from the north, contributing to the overall low temperatures. Strikingly, despite the snowy weather, relative humidity does not reach its peak, allowing for moments of crisp, clear winter vistas.

Temperature

January is the month when Yakutat experiences its coldest temperatures, averaging a high of 34.9°F (1.6°C) and a low of 29.8°F (-1.2°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity in Yakutat is 76%.

Rainfall

In Yakutat, Alaska, in January, it is raining for 13.6 days, with typically 6.46" (164mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Yakutat, during the entire year, the rain falls for 171.7 days and collects up to 60.71" (1542mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Yakutat. The month with the most snowfall in Yakutat is January, when snow falls for 8.4 days and typically aggregates up to 9.53" (242mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

The months with the coldest seawater are January through April, with an average ocean temperature of 42.8°F (6°C).
Note: It is advised against swimming in 42.8°F (6°C) when it drops below 50°F (10°C). Such temperatures can cause extreme cold shock, leading to hyperventilation.

Daylight

In Yakutat, the average length of the day in January is 7h and 1min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 9:16 am and sunset at 3:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:32 am and sunset at 4:32 pm AKST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Yakutat, Alaska, is 3h.

UV index

January and November, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 1 in January interprets into the following advice:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
[Resources]

Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Yakutat?

January brings the lowest temperatures, with an average high of 34.9°F (1.6°C) and an average low of 29.8°F (-1.2°C).

How cold is January in Yakutat?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 34.9°F (1.6°C) and 29.8°F (-1.2°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January in Yakutat?

The average relative humidity in January is 76%.

How many days does it rain in January in Yakutat?

In Yakutat, Alaska, during January, the rain falls for 13.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.46" (164mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Yakutat?

January is the month with the most snowfall in Yakutat. Snow falls for 8.4 days and accumulates 9.53" (242mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January in Yakutat?

In January, it is snowing for 8.4 days. Throughout January, 9.53" (242mm) of snow is accumulated.

What months are the ocean coldest in Yakutat?

The months with the coldest seawater in Yakutat, Alaska, are January through April, with an average ocean temperature of 42.8°F (6°C).

What is the water temperature in January in Yakutat?

In Yakutat, in January, the average water temperature is 42.8°F (6°C). At temperatures below 50°F (10°C), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 55.4°F (13°C) is not comfortable.

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

The average day length in January in Yakutat, Alaska, is 7h and 1min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Yakutat?

On the first day of January in Yakutat, Alaska, sunrise is at 9:16 am and sunset at 3:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:32 am and sunset at 4:32 pm AKST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Yakutat?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Yakutat?

January and November, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Yakutat, Alaska.

What is the UV index reading in January in Yakutat?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Yakutat, Alaska, is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Today
Tomorrow
Long-term
YearJanuaryFMAMJJASOND
Dec
January
Feb
Average high temperature
36.3°F 2.4°C
34.9°F 1.6°C
35.2°F 1.8°C
Average low temperature
31.8°F -0.1°C
29.8°F -1.2°C
30.2°F -1°C
Average pressure
29.74" 755mmHg
29.74" 755mmHg
29.86" 758mmHg
Average wind speed
10.9mph 17.5km/h
10.8mph 17.4km/h
9.8mph 15.8km/h
Average max. wind speed
11.9mph 19.2km/h
11.4mph 18.3km/h
10.6mph 17.1km/h
Average wind speed gusts
17.8mph 28.6km/h
17.8mph 28.6km/h
15.9mph 25.6km/h
Average humidity
76%
76%
75%
Average rainfall
7.8" 198mm
6.46" 164mm
4.25" 108mm
Average rainfall days
14.2
13.6
10.1
Average snowfall
9.41" 239mm
9.53" 242mm
9.17" 233mm
Average snowfall days
8
8.4
8.3
Average sea temperature
45°F 7.2°C
43°F 6.1°C
43°F 6.1°C
Average daylight
6h 1min
7h 0min
9h 2min
Average sunshine
2h 2min
3h 0min
3h 4min
Average sunshine days
12
11.1
12.8
Average UV index
2
1
2
Average cloud cover
67%
65%
58%
Average visibility
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km

Average temperature in January
Yakutat, AK

Average temperature in January - Yakutat, AK
  • Average high temperature in January: 34.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (59.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 29.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (53.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.8°F).

[Resources]

Average pressure in January
Yakutat, AK

Average pressure in January - Yakutat, AK
  • Average pressure in January: 29.74"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (30.02"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (29.69"Hg).

[Resources]

Average wind speed in January
Yakutat, AK

Average wind speed in January - Yakutat, AK
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.1mph).

[Resources]

Average humidity in January
Yakutat, AK

Average humidity in January - Yakutat, AK
  • Average humidity in January: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (72%).

[Resources]

Average rainfall in January
Yakutat, AK

Average rainfall in January - Yakutat, AK
  • Average rainfall in January: 6.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (8.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (2.32").

[Resources]

Average rainfall days in January
Yakutat, AK

Average rainfall days in January - Yakutat, AK
  • Average rainfall days in January: 13.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.1 days).

[Resources]

Average snowfall in January
Yakutat, AK

Average snowfall in January - Yakutat, AK
  • Average snowfall in January: 9.53"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (9.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

[Resources]

Average snowfall days in January
Yakutat, AK

Average snowfall days in January - Yakutat, AK
  • Average snowfall days in January: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (9.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

[Resources]

Average sea temperature in January
Yakutat, AK

Average sea temperature in January - Yakutat, AK
  • Average sea temperature in January: 43°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (57°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January, February, March and April (43°F).

[Resources]

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 7h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

[Resources]

Average sunshine days in January
Yakutat, AK

Average sunshine days in January - Yakutat, AK
  • Average sunshine days in January: 11.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (10.3 days).

[Resources]

Average UV index in January
Yakutat, AK

Average UV index in January - Yakutat, 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 and November (UV index 1).

[Resources]

Average cloud cover in January
Yakutat, AK

Average cloud cover in January - Yakutat, AK
  • Average cloud cover in January: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 55).

[Resources]

Average visibility in January
Yakutat, AK

Average visibility in January - Yakutat, AK
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

[Resources]

Yakutat, Alaska, USA

Weather forecast for today
Weather forecast for tomorrow
10 days weather forecast
Climate data
1January
2February
3March
4April
5May
6June
7July
8August
9September
10October
11November
12December

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location