Anchorage Municipality (Anchorage)
January
Weather in Anchorage Municipality, Alaska for January 2026
Your guide to Anchorage Municipality weather in January - trends and predictions
Expect heavy snowfall in Anchorage Municipality during January, with an average of 17 snowy days.
According to Anchorage Municipality snow forecast for January 2026, no snow is expected until the end of the month.Until now, January 2026 in Anchorage Municipality is cooler than usual, with temperatures averaging -9.1 °F, this is -2.8 °F below the typical seasonal average.
In general, the average temperature in Anchorage Municipality at the beginning of January is -8.3 °F. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to noticeably warm up, reaching an average of -5.9 °F by the end of January.
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10
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4
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17
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-6°/-11°
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13 km/h
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90 %
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Anchorage Municipality Weather January
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Temperatures trend during January in Anchorage Municipality
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January weather in Anchorage Municipality day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
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| Jan. 1 |  Overcast | -8° /-13° | 1.4 mm | 0.6 cm | |
| Jan. 2 |  Light freezing rain | -10° /-13° | 0.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 3 |  Sunny | -11° /-15° | 0.9 mm | 0.7 cm | |
| Jan. 4 | Overcast | -9° /-14° | 0.4 mm | 0.3 cm | |
| Jan. 5 | Overcast | -7° /-13° | 1.5 mm | 1 cm | |
| Jan. 6 |  Heavy snow | -6° /-12° | 2.6 mm | 1.9 cm | |
| Jan. 7 | Overcast | -7° /-13° | 1.4 mm | 0.9 cm | |
| Jan. 8 |  Mist | -8° /-15° | 0.7 mm | 0.4 cm | |
| Jan. 9 |  Light snow | -6° /-14° | 0.3 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| Jan. 10 | Light freezing rain | -4° /-11° | 2.5 mm | 1.7 cm | |
| Jan. 11 | Light freezing rain | -3° /-11° | 2.3 mm | 0.9 cm | |
| Jan. 12 | Overcast | -6° /-11° | 5.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 13 | Light freezing rain | -5° /-13° | 0.9 mm | 0.5 cm | |
| Jan. 14 | Heavy snow | -4° /-10° | 2.3 mm | 1.5 cm | |
| Jan. 15 | Light snow | -4° /-10° | 1.2 mm | 0.7 cm | |
| Jan. 16 | Light freezing rain | -6° /-10° | 1.8 mm | 0.6 cm | |
| Jan. 17 | Light freezing rain | -4° /-10° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 18 | Light freezing rain | -6° /-11° | 0.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 19 | Overcast | -6° /-10° | 0.6 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| Jan. 20 | Light freezing rain | -4° /-10° | 0.8 mm | 0.3 cm | |
| Jan. 21 | Light freezing rain | -7° /-14° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 22 | Mist | -8° /-14° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 23 | Light freezing rain | -6° /-11° | 1.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 24 | Light freezing rain | -6° /-10° | 1.2 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| Jan. 25 | Light freezing rain | -6° /-10° | 4.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 26 |  Patchy moderate snow | -5° /-10° | 4.5 mm | 1.9 cm | |
| Jan. 27 | Overcast | -7° /-12° | 3.7 mm | 2.6 cm | |
| Jan. 28 | Overcast | -7° /-14° | 1.3 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| Jan. 29 | Overcast | -7° /-13° | 1.7 mm | 1.2 cm | |
| Jan. 30 | Overcast | -8° /-15° | 0.2 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| Jan. 31 | Overcast | -1° /-10° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Anchorage Municipality 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 Municipality forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Anchorage Municipality in January - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Anchorage Municipality during January?
Brace for cold days with temperatures not exceeding -6° and nights that are likely to be freezing. Winter clothing is essential for comfort and safety.
How much rainfall should be expected in Anchorage Municipality during January?
In January, Anchorage Municipality can expect light to moderate rainfall, totaling 41.8 mm across approximately 4 days. Occasional showers are possible, and planning ahead for them could be helpful.
Will it snow in Anchorage Municipality in January 2026?
Anchorage Municipality experiences an average snowfall of 11.43 cm during January, occurring over 17 days.
What are the typical wind conditions in Anchorage Municipality during January?
The average wind speed in Anchorage Municipality during January is 13 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
Anchorage Municipality snow forecast January 2026
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On average, Anchorage Municipality sees 17 snowy days during January, with approximately 11.4 cm of total snowfall.
January rainfall patterns in Anchorage Municipality
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Typically, Anchorage Municipality has 4 rainy days in January with a total of 41.8 mm of rainfall.
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