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Sea Temperature in Kotzebue in January
Complete information on the sea temperature range in the Chukchi Sea in Kotzebue in January. Historical daily data. Climate details for January. Tips on swimming conditions and beach relaxation in Kotzebue. We find every spot where you can swim and tell you what the water temperature is there today and throughout the year.
Water Temperature Range in Kotzebue in January
28°F
MINIMUN
31°F
AVERAGE
34°F
MAXIMUM
Historical Data of Water Temperature in January in Kotzebue
Water Temperature Chart for Chukchi Sea in Kotzebue in January
Sea Temperature Table in Kotzebue in January Over the Past Years
Day | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | Average |
---|---|---|---|---|
Jan 1 | 28°C | 30°C | 34°C | 31°C |
Jan 2 | 28°C | 30°C | 34°C | 31°C |
Jan 3 | 28°C | 30°C | 34°C | 31°C |
Jan 4 | 28°C | 30°C | 30°C | 30°C |
Jan 5 | 28°C | 30°C | 30°C | 30°C |
Jan 6 | 28°C | 30°C | 34°C | 31°C |
Jan 7 | 28°C | 30°C | 34°C | 31°C |
Jan 8 | 28°C | 30°C | 30°C | 30°C |
Jan 9 | 28°C | 30°C | 34°C | 31°C |
Jan 10 | 28°C | 30°C | 32°C | 30°C |
Jan 11 | 28°C | 30°C | 30°C | 30°C |
Jan 12 | 28°C | 30°C | 34°C | 30°C |
Jan 13 | 28°C | 30°C | 30°C | 30°C |
Jan 14 | 28°C | 30°C | 30°C | 30°C |
Jan 15 | 28°C | 30°C | 30°C | 30°C |
Jan 16 | 28°C | 30°C | 30°C | 30°C |
Jan 17 | 28°C | 30°C | 32°C | 30°C |
Jan 18 | 28°C | 30°C | 32°C | 30°C |
Jan 19 | 28°C | 30°C | 30°C | 30°C |
Jan 20 | 28°C | 30°C | 30°C | 30°C |
Jan 21 | 28°C | 30°C | 34°C | 31°C |
Jan 22 | 28°C | 30°C | 32°C | 30°C |
Jan 23 | 28°C | 30°C | 30°C | 29°C |
Jan 24 | 28°C | 30°C | 34°C | 31°C |
Jan 25 | 28°C | 30°C | 34°C | 31°C |
Jan 26 | 28°C | 30°C | 32°C | 30°C |
Jan 27 | 28°C | 30°C | 32°C | 30°C |
Jan 28 | 28°C | 30°C | 34°C | 31°C |
Jan 29 | 28°C | 30°C | 32°C | 30°C |
Jan 30 | 28°C | 30°C | 34°C | 31°C |



Kotzebue Climate and Swimming Opportunities in January
28°F
Average Day Air Temperature
12°F
Average Night Air Temperature
2 in
Precipitation Amount per Month
12 days
Number of Rainy Days
6 hrs
Daylight
per Day
3 hrs
Sunshine
per Day
7 mph
Average Wind Speed
73%
Average
humidity
Kotzebue lies within the Alaska in United States. The average daytime temperature in Kotzebue in January is 29°F (-2°C), while the nighttime average is 13°F (-11°C). There are typically 12 rainy days during the month, with a total precipitation of 2.4 inches (61 mm). The daylight duration in January in Kotzebue is 6 hours, with an average of 3 hours of sunshine per day. The average wind speed in January is 7 mph (12 km/h), and the humidity level is around 73%.
The water temperature in Kotzebue in January ranges from 28°F to 30°F (-2°C to -1°C). At the beginning of the month, the average temperature is around 30°F (-1°C), shifting to 30°F (-1°C) by mid-January and reaching 30°F (-1°C) in the last ten days. Overall, the average sea temperature in Kotzebue for January is 30°F (-1°C). Swimming in such conditions is extremely dangerous due to the risk of hypothermia and cold shock. Only experienced winter swimmers with proper preparation should attempt it.
Frequently Asked Questions About Water Temperatures in January in Kotzebue
What is the sea temperature in Kotzebue in January?
The water temperature in the Chukchi Sea in Kotzebue in January ranges from 28°F to 30°F (-2°C to -1°C).
Is it possible to swim in the Chukchi Sea in Kotzebue in January?
The average sea temperature in Kotzebue in January is 30°F (-1°C), and the air temperature is 29°F (-2°C), so swimming in such conditions is extremely dangerous due to the risk of hypothermia and cold shock. Only experienced winter swimmers with proper preparation should attempt it.