Sitka weather in January (Alaska, United States of America)
What's the typical weather in Sitka for January? This guide provides the necessary weather information for your travel plans.
Temperatures
The typical weather for January in Sitka includes low temperatures and heavy snow/rainfall. January is known for being in the winter season. As the day progresses, temperatures can peak at 3°C. Luckily at nightfall, they typically drop to -1°C. Expect chilly temperatures this month, as it is typically the coldest of the year. Pack accordingly with warm clothes.
Precipitation
Sitka in January falls under the rainy season with heavy snow/rainfall, averaging around 256 mm for the month. Analyzing past climate data, one can expect approximately 20 days of snow/rain.If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Sitka. June, July and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Sitka climate page with graphs.
Sitka, monthly averages in January
Min Temperature
-1°C
Max Temperature
3°C
Chance of Rain
66%
Precipitation
256 mm
Rainy days
20 days
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.
perfect weather
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tolerable
unpleasant
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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
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