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Weather in Skagway, Alaska for January 2026

Your guide to Skagway weather in January - trends and predictions

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  • Snow Forecast ❄️

  • Skagway is transformed into a snow paradise in January, with more than 20 snowy days on average.
    According to Skagway snow forecast for January 2026, 4 snowy days are expected until the end of the month. The closest date with snow is Wednesday, January 28.

  • Temperatures

  • So far, January 2026 in Skagway is slightly warmer than the historical average by 0.9 °F.

  • The forecast for the upcoming days in Skagway predicts a temperature of -1.1 °F, which is slightly above the historical average.

  • In general, the average temperature in Skagway at the beginning of January is -10.3 °F. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to significantly warm up, reaching an average of -2.4 °F by the end of January.

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Average dry days
3
Dry days
Average rainy days
2
Rainy days
Average snowy days
26
Snow days
Average temperatures
-8°/-13°
Temperatures
Average wind speed
19 km/h
Avg max wind
Average humidity
91 %
Avg humidity

Skagway Weather January

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Temperatures trend during January in Skagway

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January weather in Skagway day by day

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Date Weather Temperatures Rain Snow More
Jan. 1 Light snow
Light snow
-12° /-18° 0 mm 0 cm
Jan. 2 Light snow
Light snow
-14° /-19° 0.1 mm 0 cm
Jan. 3 Heavy snow
Heavy snow
-15° /-19° 2 mm 1.7 cm
Jan. 4 Moderate or heavy snow with thunder
Moderate or heavy snow with thunder
-15° /-21° 4.4 mm 3.7 cm
Jan. 5 Heavy snow
Heavy snow
-6° /-19° 7.2 mm 5.3 cm
Jan. 6 Sunny
Sunny
-5° /-9° 12.5 mm 4.4 cm
Jan. 7 Overcast
Overcast
-5° /-10° 20.5 mm 1.9 cm
Jan. 8 Moderate snow
Moderate snow
-6° /-13° 4.5 mm 1.8 cm
Jan. 9 Heavy snow
Heavy snow
-6° /-12° 15.8 mm 8.3 cm
Jan. 10 Sunny
Sunny
-7° /-12° 14.3 mm 2.1 cm
Jan. 11 Sunny
Sunny
-9° /-12° 10.3 mm 1.5 cm
Jan. 12 Sunny
Sunny
-7° /-13° 8.8 mm 2.8 cm
Jan. 13 Moderate snow
Moderate snow
-5° /-10° 23.5 mm 3.6 cm
Jan. 14 Heavy snow
Heavy snow
-3° /-8° 23.1 mm 5.8 cm
Jan. 15 Heavy snow
Heavy snow
-5° /-11° 7 mm 5.5 cm
Jan. 16 Sunny
Sunny
-7° /-14° 0.2 mm 0.1 cm
Jan. 17 Moderate snow
Moderate snow
-7° /-12° 0.2 mm 0.2 cm
Jan. 18 Overcast
Overcast
-12° /-17° 0.4 mm 0.3 cm
Jan. 19 Sunny
Sunny
-7° /-15° 2.4 mm 1.7 cm
Jan. 20 Overcast
Overcast
-7° /-12° 5.5 mm 3.9 cm
Jan. 21 Heavy snow
Heavy snow
-8° /-16° 1.5 mm 1.2 cm
Jan. 22 Heavy snow
Heavy snow
-8° /-14° 7.4 mm 5.5 cm
Jan. 23 Moderate snow
Moderate snow
-6° /-11° 4.6 mm 3.5 cm
Jan. 24 Heavy snow
Heavy snow
-4° /-11° 2.3 mm 1.9 cm
Jan. 25 Heavy snow
Heavy snow
-5° /-9° 3.2 mm 2.6 cm
Jan. 26 Heavy snow
Heavy snow
-2° /-5° 8.3 mm 2.7 cm
Jan. 27 Light drizzle
Light drizzle
-1° /-2° 19.2 mm 0 cm
Jan. 28 Moderate or heavy snow showers
Moderate or heavy snow showers
-2° /-7° 7.1 mm 4.4 cm
Jan. 29 Mist
Mist
-2° /-7° 5.4 mm 3.9 cm
Jan. 30 Heavy snow
Heavy snow
-3° /-7° 7.6 mm 5.5 cm
Jan. 31 Light sleet
Light sleet
-2° /-10° 2.6 mm 0.3 cm
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Skagway 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 Skagway forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.

Skagway in January - FAQ

What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Skagway during January?

Brace for cold days with temperatures not exceeding -8° and nights that are likely to be freezing. Winter clothing is essential for comfort and safety.

How much rainfall should be expected in Skagway during January?

Significant rainfall exceeding 266 mm is expected in Skagway during January, occurring over more than 2 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.

Will it snow in Skagway in January 2026?

Skagway experiences an average snowfall of 91.855 cm during January, occurring over 26 days.

What are the typical wind conditions in Skagway during January?

The average wind speed in Skagway during January is 19 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.

Skagway snow forecast January 2026

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On average, Skagway sees 26 snowy days during January, with approximately 91.9 cm of total snowfall.

January rainfall patterns in Skagway

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Typically, Skagway has 2 rainy days in January with a total of 266 mm of rainfall.

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