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

A boat-laden busy bay of Cordova, Alaska, with the view of forests and snow-peaked mountains

Weather in January

From a meteorological perspective, January in Cordova, Alaska continues the grip of winter. Relative humidity rises to 80%, whereas wind speed slightly drops from December values. Following the trend of the winter season, January remains the coldest month, with the recorded monthly high and low temperatures being 30.2°F (-1°C) and 24.8°F (-4°C) respectively. Transitioning into February, a slight rise in temperature and decrease in humidity are expected, though the general winter conditions remain steadfast. There's no overlooking the fact that this month witnesses the least daylight amount, subtly underscoring the dominance of winter.

Temperature

Temperature readings reach their annual highs in January, averaging 30.2°F (-1°C) and a minimum average of 24.8°F (-4°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 13.6 days. Throughout January, 6.69" (170mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 191.3 rainfall days, and 72.4" (1839mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Cordova, during January, snow falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 12.64" (321mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 66.1 snowfall days, and 74.57" (1894mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In January, the average ocean temperature is 41.4°F (5.2°C).
Note: Dipping in 41.4°F (5.2°C) at temperatures less than 50°F (10°C) without proper gear can lead to pronounced cold shock and breathing difficulties.

Daylight

In Cordova, the average length of the day in January is 6h and 46min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 9:50 am and sunset at 3:42 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 9:01 am and sunset at 4:50 pm AKST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 2.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.

Updated: Jun 3, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

January, with an average high of 30.2°F (-1°C) and a low of 24.8°F (-4°C), signifies the coldest month of the year in Cordova.

How cold is it in January?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Cordova, is 30.2°F (-1°C) and the average low-temperature is 24.8°F (-4°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Cordova?

The average relative humidity in January is 80%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Cordova, in January, it is raining for 13.6 days, with typically 6.69" (170mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Cordova, during January, snow falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 12.64" (321mm) of snow.

What is the water temperature in January in Cordova?

In January, the average ocean temperature is 41.4°F (5.2°C). Swimming in 41.4°F (5.2°C) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 55.4°F (13°C) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 50°F (10°C) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

How many hours of daylight does Cordova have in January?

In January, the average day length is 6h and 46min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 9:50 am and sunset at 3:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:01 am and sunset at 4:50 pm AKST.

How many hours of sunshine does Cordova have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 2.5h.

What is the UV index reading in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from 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

31.5°F -0.3°C

30.2°F -1°C

32.2°F 0.1°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

12.9mph 20.8km/h

12.7mph 20.4km/h

11.5mph 18.5km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

12.9

10.3

12.6

Average sea temperature

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

9.3

10.3

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Cordova, AK

Average high temperature in January: 30.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (58.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.2°F).

Average low temperature in January: 24.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (50°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.8°F).

Average pressure in January
Cordova, AK

Average pressure in January: 29.7"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (30"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (29.65"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Cordova, AK

Average wind speed in January: 12.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and November (12.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (5.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Cordova, AK

Average humidity in January: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (75%).

Average rainfall in January
Cordova, AK

Average rainfall in January: 6.69"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (9.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (2.72").

Average rainfall days in January
Cordova, AK

Average rainfall days in January: 13.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (21 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.6 days).

Average snowfall in January
Cordova, AK

Average snowfall in January: 12.64"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (17.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Cordova, AK

Average snowfall days in January: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (12.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in January
Cordova, AK

Average sea temperature in January: 41.4°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is July (57.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (39.6°F).

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

Average daylight in January: 6h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 54min).

Average sunshine in January: 2h and 3min

The months with the most sunshine are May, June and July (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
Cordova, AK

Average sunshine days in January: 10.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (12.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (8 days).

Average UV index in January
Cordova, 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 November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Cordova, AK

Average cloud cover in January: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 57).

Average visibility in January
Cordova, AK

Average visibility in January: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, August and December (5mi).

January weather forecast
Cordova, AK

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