January · Alaska
Best time to visit Sitka in January Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Sitka in January
Average temperature 3°C, 278 mm of rain, about 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 88% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
January score
1.8/10
Ranked #12 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 3°C
- Rainfall
- 278 mm
- Humidity
- 88%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 0
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
January in Sitka scores 1.8/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #12 of 12. Expect around 3°C, 278 mm of rain, and roughly 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Sitka blends Russian-era cathedral domes with rainforest islands and whale-rich waters on the outer coast.
January in Sitka — the hardest end of the year
At 3°C (37°F) this is proper winter weather in January: layer up and split the day between outdoor highlights and indoor stops.
Expect monsoon-level rainfall at 278 mm: only almost no days with 6+ hours of sunshine across the month, and stretches of heavy rain are normal.
That is 1.8/10 on the same scale — 12th of 12 months, versus 6.7/10 for the best month here.
Pack insulated layers, a windproof shell, gloves and boots with grip, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Expect low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, June is materially better in Sitka — 4.9 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Sitka in January?
- In January, Sitka averages 3°C, 278 mm of rain, and about 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 1.8/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Sitka?
- January earns a 1.8/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Sitka in January?
- Expect about 278 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 88% and there are about 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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