January weather forecast
Kuopio, Finland

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Weather in January

January in Kuopio, Finland, heralds the onset of a bitterly cold winter with biting winds and overall adverse weather conditions. The month registers high snowfall of up to 230mm (9.06") as a sign of its frosty nature. Furthermore, this weather reigns supreme as daylight hours are minimal, thereby making January darker than the preceding or succeeding months. A blanket of clouds often eclipses the city, further reducing sunshine hours and UV index. The weather of January emphasizes the severe Finnish winters, cold, dark, and frozen, quite a contrast to the weather in the coming February.

Temperature

In Kuopio, January records the lowest average temperatures, peaking at -5.8°C (21.6°F) and reaching a low of -9.9°C (14.2°F).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 95%.

Rainfall

In Kuopio, in January, during 3.7 rainfall days, 36mm (1.42") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Kuopio, during the entire year, the rain falls for 106.5 days and collects up to 384mm (15.12") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, September through December. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 23.2 days and typically aggregates up to 230mm (9.06") of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Kuopio is 6h and 2min.
On the first day of January in Kuopio, Finland, sunrise is at 09:43 and sunset at 14:42. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:44 and sunset at 16:00 EET.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Kuopio is 1.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Kuopio are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 1 during January, leads to the following recommendations:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Kuopio?

January, having an average high-temperature of -5.8°C (21.6°F) and an average low-temperature of -9.9°C (14.2°F), is the coldest month.

How cold is it in Kuopio in January?

January temperatures vary between a high-temperature of -5.8°C (21.6°F) and a low-temperature of -9.9°C (14.2°F).

What are the most humid months in Kuopio?

The months with the highest humidity in Kuopio, Finland, are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 95%.

What is the average humidity in January in Kuopio?

The average relative humidity in January in Kuopio is 95%.

How many days does it rain in January in Kuopio?

In January, in Kuopio, the rain falls for 3.7 days. Throughout January, 36mm (1.42") of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Kuopio?

The month with the most snowfall in Kuopio is January, when snow falls for 23.2 days and typically aggregates up to 230mm (9.06") of snow.

How many days does it snow in January in Kuopio?

In Kuopio, during January, snow falls for 23.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 230mm (9.06") of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Kuopio have in January?

In January, the average day length is 6h and 2min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Kuopio?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 09:43 and sunset at 14:42. On the last day of the month, in Kuopio, sunrise is at 08:44 and sunset at 16:00 EET.

How long on average sun shines in January in Kuopio?

The average sunshine duration in January in Kuopio is 1.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Kuopio?

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Kuopio.

How high is the UV index in January in Kuopio?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Kuopio, Finland, is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Kuopio, Finland

Average temperature in January - Kuopio, Finland
  • Average high temperature in January: -5.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (20.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-5.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: -9.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (12.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-9.9°C).

Average pressure in January
Kuopio, Finland

Average pressure in January - Kuopio, Finland
  • Average pressure in January: 1011.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1014.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1008mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Kuopio, Finland

Average wind speed in January - Kuopio, Finland
  • Average wind speed in January: 12.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (15km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (10.9km/h).

Average humidity in January
Kuopio, Finland

Average humidity in January - Kuopio, Finland
  • Average humidity in January: 95%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (95%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (68%).

Average rainfall in January
Kuopio, Finland

Average rainfall in January - Kuopio, Finland
  • Average rainfall in January: 36mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (48mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (23mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Kuopio, Finland

Average rainfall days in January - Kuopio, Finland
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.1 days).

Average snowfall in January
Kuopio, Finland

Average snowfall in January - Kuopio, Finland
  • Average snowfall in January: 230mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (230mm).
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0mm).

Average snowfall days in January
Kuopio, Finland

Average snowfall days in January - Kuopio, Finland
  • Average snowfall days in January: 23.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (23.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Kuopio, Finland

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Kuopio, Finland
  • Average daylight in January: 6h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 20h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 1h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 0h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Kuopio, Finland

Average sunshine days in January - Kuopio, Finland
  • Average sunshine days in January: 7.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Kuopio, Finland

Average UV index in January - Kuopio, Finland
  • Average UV index in January: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Kuopio, Finland

Average cloud cover in January - Kuopio, Finland
  • Average cloud cover in January: 82

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 82).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 42).

Average visibility in January
Kuopio, Finland

Average visibility in January - Kuopio, Finland
  • Average visibility in January: 6km

The month with the highest visibility is June (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is February (5km).

Kuopio, Finland

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