Girdwood weather in January (Alaska, United States of America)
How is the weather in Girdwood in January? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.
In January, Girdwood generally has very low temperatures and heavy snowfall. January falls within the winter season. Anticipate daytime temperatures around -6°C, while night temperatures can drop to -13°C. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year. Ensure you're prepared by packing appropriate winter gear.
Girdwood in January falls under the rainy season with heavy snowfall, averaging around 231 mm for the month. Typically around 9 days of snowfall is expected.
The area experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 85 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days
If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Girdwood. July generally stands out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Girdwood climate page with graphs.
Girdwood, monthly averages in January
Min Temperature
-13°C
Max Temperature
-6°C
Chance of Rain
31%
Precipitation
231 mm
Rainy days
9 days
Humidity
73% *
Sunshine
85 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
40% *
Where to go in the United States of America in January
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So, what should you wear in Girdwood in January?
Visitors traveling to Girdwood 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.
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