January weather - Winter 2025

Weather in January
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Average pressure in January
Average wind speed in January
Average humidity in January
Average rainfall in January
Average rainfall days in January
Average snowfall in January
Average snowfall days in January
Average sea temperature in January
Average daylight in January
Average sunshine in January
Average sunshine days in January
Average UV index in January
Average cloud cover in January
Average visibility in January

Natural forests, mountains, and distant hill ranges surrounding the small town of Kodiak in Alaska

Weather in January

Kodiak, Alaska's weather in January presents a wintry picture complete with snowfall and low temperatures; marking the start of a prominent winter season. There's a noticeable transition from December as both the high and low mercury readings drop to 35.4°F (1.9°C) and 30.7°F (-0.7°C) respectively. January's weather rhythm is dominated by high humidity and significant cloud cover with a relative humidity of 83% and cloud% of 63%. This month exhibits one of the highest averages of snowfall hours in a year with 6.6 days experiencing snowfall. Despite chilly temperatures, the town maintains its tranquility under the snow, offering a unique life experience to its inhabitants.

Temperature

January is the coldest month, exhibiting average temperatures of 35.4°F (1.9°C) at the peak and 30.7°F (-0.7°C) at the base.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 83%.

Rainfall

In Kodiak, in January, it is raining for 13.2 days, with typically 3.66" (93mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 171.2 rainfall days, and 37.32" (948mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Kodiak, in January, snow falls for 6.6 days, with typically accumulated 2.52" (64mm) of snow. In Kodiak, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.1 days and aggregates up to 13.74" (349mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In January, the average ocean temperature is 40.6°F (4.8°C).
Note: In swimming undertakings, this is deemed life-threatening and highly risky. The cold water induces intense discomfort and leads to swift hyperventilation. A specialized swimsuit is indispensable to decrease thermal injuries.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Kodiak is 7h and 24min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 9:53 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:14 am and sunset at 5:31 pm AKST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 2.6h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is January, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In January, an average UV index of 1 transforms into the following instructions:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.

Updated: Jun 3, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

January, on average, is the coldest month, registering a high temperature of 35.4°F (1.9°C) and a low of 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

How cold is January?

In Kodiak, in January, the average high-temperature is 35.4°F (1.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 83%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Kodiak, Alaska, in January, it is raining for 13.2 days, with typically 3.66" (93mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in January?

In Kodiak, in January, during 6.6 snowfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the ocean temperature in January?

In Kodiak, in January, the average water temperature is 40.6°F (4.8°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.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In January, the average day length is 7h and 24min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 9:53 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:14 am and sunset at 5:31 pm AKST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January and December, with an average of 2.6h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In Kodiak, the average sunshine duration in January is 2.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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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

36.9°F 2.7°C

35.4°F 1.9°C

36.3°F 2.4°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

15.5mph 24.9km/h

14.9mph 24km/h

14.6mph 23.5km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

5.1

6.6

6.3

Average sea temperature

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

11.5

11.9

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Kodiak, AK

Average high temperature in January: 35.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (57.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.4°F).

Average low temperature in January: 30.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (50.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (30.6°F).

Average pressure in January
Kodiak, AK

Average pressure in January: 29.56"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.98"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (29.55"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Kodiak, AK

Average wind speed in January: 13.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (14.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).

Average humidity in January
Kodiak, AK

Average humidity in January: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and November (80%).

Average rainfall in January
Kodiak, AK

Average rainfall in January: 3.66"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are October and November (4.53").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.85").

Average rainfall days in January
Kodiak, AK

Average rainfall days in January: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is March (10.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Kodiak, AK

Average snowfall in January: 2.52"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Kodiak, AK

Average snowfall days in January: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (8.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average sea temperature in January
Kodiak, AK

Average sea temperature in January: 40.7°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (53.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (39.5°F).

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

Average daylight in January: 7h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 36min).

Average sunshine in January: 2h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 8h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Kodiak, AK

Average sunshine days in January: 11.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (14.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.7 days).

Average UV index in January
Kodiak, AK

Average UV index in January: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June, July, August and September (UV index 3).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Kodiak, AK

Average cloud cover in January: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 52).

Average visibility in January
Kodiak, 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).

January weather forecast
Kodiak, AK

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