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Juneau weather in January (Alaska, United States of America)

Looking to travel to Juneau in January? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In January, Juneau generally has very low temperatures and heavy snowfall. January falls within the winter season. Anticipate daytime temperatures around -2°C, while night temperatures can drop to -7°C. On average, it is the coldest month of the year. So be prepared and make sure to pack winter cloths.

Juneau in January falls under the rainy season with heavy snowfall, averaging around 270 mm for the month. Typically around 17 days of snowfall is expected.

The area experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 82 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, typically offer the best circumstances. While tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Juneau climate page with graphs.

 

Juneau, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -7°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature -2°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 57%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 270 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 17 days  
HumidityHumidity 79%  
WindspeedWindspeed 14 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 82 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 37%  

Where to go in the United States of America in January

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America in January and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Juneau in January?

Visitors traveling to Juneau should plan on bringing winter clothes, snow boots and a warm winter coat. There will be periods of snow.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in January.

Swimming
1/10
Cycling
1/10
Walking
1/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
1/10

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