Anchorage
January
Weather in Anchorage for January 2026
Your guide to Anchorage weather in January - trends and predictions
The climate of Anchorage in January is quite snowy, averaging 11 snowy days.
In general, the average temperature in Anchorage at the beginning of January is -5.6 °F. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to noticeably cool down, reaching an average of -8.3 °F by the end of January.
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18
Dry days
2
Rainy days
11
Snow days
-7°/-12°
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10 km/h
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92 %
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Anchorage Weather January
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| Sun. | Mon. | Tue. | Wed. | Thu. | Fri. | Sat. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1  -5° | 2  -6° | 3  -8° | ||||
| 4 -6° | 5 -5° | 6  -5° | 7 -4° | 8 -3° | 9 -5° | 10 -5° |
| 11 -2° | 12 -2° | 13 -4° | 14 -3° | 15 -5° | 16 -8° | 17 -5° |
| 18 -6° | 19 -6° | 20 -5° | 21 -7° | 22 -9° | 23 -6° | 24 -5° |
| 25 -6° | 26 -5° | 27 -6° | 28 -8° | 29 -9° | 30 -11° | 31 -13° |
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Temperatures trend during January in Anchorage
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January weather day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
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| Jan. 1 | Patchy moderate snow | -5° /-10° | 1.8 mm | 0.8 cm | |
| Jan. 2 | Light freezing rain | -6° /-10° | 0.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 3 | Overcast | -8° /-11° | 1.2 mm | 0.9 cm | |
| Jan. 4 | Overcast | -6° /-10° | 0.4 mm | 0.3 cm | |
| Jan. 5 | Overcast | -5° /-11° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 6 | Partly cloudy | -5° /-12° | 0.8 mm | 0.5 cm | |
| Jan. 7 | Overcast | -4° /-9° | 1.3 mm | 0.8 cm | |
| Jan. 8 | Overcast | -3° /-9° | 0.9 mm | 0.5 cm | |
| Jan. 9 | Partly cloudy | -5° /-10° | 0.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 10 | Light freezing rain | -5° /-11° | 2.1 mm | 1.3 cm | |
| Jan. 11 | Light freezing rain | -2° /-9° | 1.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 12 | Overcast | -2° /-8° | 7.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 13 | Light freezing rain | -4° /-10° | 0.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 14 | Light freezing rain | -3° /-9° | 1.7 mm | 0.9 cm | |
| Jan. 15 | Overcast | -5° /-9° | 1.2 mm | 0.8 cm | |
| Jan. 16 | Light freezing rain | -8° /-12° | 0.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 17 | Light freezing rain | -5° /-11° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 18 | Light freezing rain | -6° /-11° | 0.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 19 | Overcast | -6° /-10° | 0.8 mm | 0.3 cm | |
| Jan. 20 | Light freezing rain | -5° /-9° | 1 mm | 0.4 cm | |
| Jan. 21 | Overcast | -7° /-13° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 22 | Overcast | -9° /-15° | 0.1 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| Jan. 23 | Light freezing rain | -6° /-12° | 1.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 24 | Light freezing rain | -5° /-9° | 1.6 mm | 0.3 cm | |
| Jan. 25 | Light freezing rain | -6° /-9° | 6.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 26 | Patchy moderate snow | -5° /-10° | 3.4 mm | 0.6 cm | |
| Jan. 27 | Overcast | -6° /-12° | 1.3 mm | 0.9 cm | |
| Jan. 28 | Overcast | -8° /-15° | 1.5 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| Jan. 29 | Overcast | -9° /-15° | 1.8 mm | 1.5 cm | |
| Jan. 30 | Overcast | -11° /-17° | 0.2 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| Jan. 31 | Overcast | -13° /-18° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Anchorage in January is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Anchorage forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
Anchorage in January - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Anchorage during January?
Brace for cold days with temperatures not exceeding -7° and nights that are likely to be freezing. Winter clothing is essential for comfort and safety.
How much rainfall should be expected in Anchorage during January?
In January, Anchorage can expect light to moderate rainfall, totaling 24.3 mm across approximately 2 days. Occasional showers are possible, and planning ahead for them could be helpful.
Will it snow in Anchorage in January 2026?
Anchorage experiences an average snowfall of 9.02 cm during January, occurring over 11 days.
What are the typical wind conditions in Anchorage during January?
The average wind speed in Anchorage during January is 10 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
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