January weather forecast
Port-aux-Français, French Southern and Antarctic Lands

Port-aux-Français in January offers quite stable temperatures, ranging from 4.1°C (39.4°F) to 11.2°C (52.2°F). This first month invites the inhabitants with a mild climate given the longer daylight hours. The city permits residents to enjoy outdoor activities under the winter sun. Although January is not devoid of rain, it is comparably drier than the month following it. However, snow can occasionally grace the city around this time.

Temperature

The average high-temperature is a still fresh 11.2°C (52.2°F) in January, hardly different from the 10.2°C (50.4°F) recorded in December. An average minimum temperature of 4.1°C (39.4°F) marks the month of January in Port-aux-Français.

Rainfall

In Port-aux-Français, during January, the rain falls for 16 days and regularly aggregates up to 49mm (1.93") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Port-aux-Français, French Southern and Antarctic Lands, there are 169 rainfall days, and 708mm (27.87") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January, March through December are months with snowfall. January is the last month it regularly snows in Port-aux-Français. Throughout January, there are 1 snowfall days. Throughout the year, in Port-aux-Français, there are 79 snowfall days.

Sea temperature

In January, the average sea temperature in Port-aux-Français is 4°C (39.2°F).
Note: In the event of swimming, this state is extremely frigid, dangerous, and poses a significant risk to life. Hypothermia swiftly ensues without suitable insulated waterproof attire.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 15h and 41min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 04:17 and sunset at 20:27. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:00 and sunset at 20:04 +05.

Sunshine

January has the most sunshine of the year in Port-aux-Français, with an average of 6.1h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Port-aux-Français are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 8. A UV Index estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 8 during January translates into the following recommendations:
Always be cautious. Skin and eyes can be affected swiftly without protection. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.