January 1 sees frequent showers in Juneau. Historical data shows a 53% chance of rain, so pack accordingly. Temperatures average -1°C. Juneau is seeing high visitor numbers, so iconic spots may be busier than usual. Note: January 1 is New Year's Day in Juneau, so expect special events, closures, and festive atmosphere.
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Essential Travel Info for Juneau
Currency
USD
$ United States dollar
Language
English
Driving
Right side
Safety
Moderate Safety
GPI: 2.44
Juneau Weather Forecast for January 1
"Rainy & Overcast. Expect average highs of -1.5°C. 53% chance of snow."
What to Wear in Juneau in January
Based on historical data for January 1, Juneau typically experiences temperatures between -5.3°C and -1.5°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves along with other layers to stay comfortable. With a 53% chance of rain, keeping a raincoat or umbrella handy is a smart move.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Juneau
Smart Suitcase
- Heavy Coat
- Scarf
- Gloves
- Umbrella
Average High
-1.5°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
-5.3°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
-5.5°C
🥶 Slightly colder
Snow Chance
53%
Avg 7.2mm if it snows
Snowfall
4.8 cm
~53% chance
Pressure
1008.5 hPa
High volatility
Juneau Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
✓ This date historically delivers consistent weather 79% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
Type I-II
🔴 400 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 600 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 1000 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
-5.2°C
Dry air
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😣 Best outdoor time:
Midday (11 AM - 3 PM) when warmest
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Holiday
New Year's Day
Flight Traffic
Busy
64/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Healthy
Routine only • View Details →
Landing Slots
~37
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Juneau
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
08:46
☀️ Noon
12:02
🌇 Sunset
15:18
⏱️ Daylight
6h 31m
Wind Speed
11.4 km/h
Light breeze
Sunshine
1.3 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
76%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Juneau
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
🌧️ Variable
Tourist Crowds
🟢 Moderate
Price Level
💰💰 Moderate
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Rapid pressure changes detected. High risk for meteosensitive people.
Mild discomfort possible for arthritic conditions.
Fish are active due to pressure changes.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Rare minor tremors. Buildings are earthquake-resistant.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Juneau on January 1 averages -1.5°C with a 53% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 0/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Juneau Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
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📍 Is Juneau Worth Visiting on January 1?
Planning a trip to Juneau on January 1? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging -1.5°C with a 53% historical precipitation risk.
🎉 Local Event: The date coincides with New Year's Day, which may influence local business hours and event availability.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 37 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest January 1 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 6.5°C in 2019, while the coldest dropped to -9.8°C in 2025.