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

How is January weather typically in Gustavus? Find out what kind of weather to expect during this month.

Temperatures

In January, the weather in Gustavus generally includes very low temperatures and heavy snow/rainfall. During January, the winter season is in full swing. The daytime often sees temperatures reaching 2°C, but nighttime brings a cool-down to -2°C. Being the coldest month of the year, it’s a good idea to bring your heaviest winter gear.

Precipitation

Gustavus in January falls under the rainy season with heavy snow/rainfall, averaging around 271 mm for the month. According to historical climate patterns, there are usually around 18 days days of snow/rain.

Average sunshine

The month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with roughly 82 hours hours of sunshine. Ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Gustavus. July typically offers the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Gustavus, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -2°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 2°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 59%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 271 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 18 days  
HumidityHumidity 79% *  
SunshineSunshine 82 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 37% *  
* Data from: Juneau, the United States of America (67 KM, 41 Miles).

Where to go in the United States of America in January

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

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
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 this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

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

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
2/10
Walking
2/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
2/10

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