January weather forecast
Kangaatsiaq, Greenland

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Weather in January

January heralds the arrival of the New Year in Kangaatsiaq, Greenland, with harsh, cold temperatures. Thermometers typically reveal extreme lows plunging to an icy -16.2°C (2.8°F), creating a frigid environment not for the faint of heart. The human body must sustain this wintry onslaught under mostly clouded skies, as they prevent much of the already short, 2.9-hour-daylight period from reaching the surface. A captivating spectacle is the falling snow which blankets the town with an average of 65mm (2.56") depth. The Arctic wind often cleaves through the cold, adding to the penetrating chill of January.

Temperature

The onset of January notes an average high-temperature of a frigid cold -11.4°C (11.5°F), subtly shifted from December's -8.8°C (16.2°F). Nights during January maintain a steady temperature, averaging at a polar cold -16.2°C (2.8°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 85%.

Rainfall

In Kangaatsiaq, during January, the rain falls for 2.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 12mm (0.47") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Kangaatsiaq, there are 51.9 rainfall days, and 168mm (6.61") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, August through December. In January, it is snowing for 15.6 days. Throughout January, 65mm (2.56") of snow is accumulated. In Kangaatsiaq, Greenland, during the entire year, snow falls for 107.5 days and aggregates up to 501mm (19.72") of snow.

Daylight

In Kangaatsiaq, the average length of the day in January is 2h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 22:00 and sunset at 22:00. On the last day of January, in Kangaatsiaq, sunrise is at 10:59 and sunset at 16:34 -02.

Sunshine

In Kangaatsiaq, the average sunshine in January is 1.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Kangaatsiaq, Greenland, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during January translates into the following directions:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Kangaatsiaq in January?

In January, in Kangaatsiaq, the average high-temperature is -11.4°C (11.5°F), and the average low-temperature is -16.2°C (2.8°F).

What is the average humidity in January in Kangaatsiaq?

The average relative humidity in January in Kangaatsiaq is 85%.

How much does it rain in Kangaatsiaq in January?

In Kangaatsiaq, Greenland, in January, it is raining for 2.1 days, with typically 12mm (0.47") of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Kangaatsiaq?

In Kangaatsiaq, during January, snow falls for 15.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 65mm (2.56") of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January in Kangaatsiaq?

In January, the average day length in Kangaatsiaq is 2h and 57min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Kangaatsiaq?

On the first day of January in Kangaatsiaq, sunrise is at 22:00 and sunset at 22:00. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:59 and sunset at 16:34 -02.

How many hours of sunshine does Kangaatsiaq have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Kangaatsiaq is 1.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Kangaatsiaq?

In Kangaatsiaq, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Kangaatsiaq, Greenland

Average temperature in January - Kangaatsiaq, Greenland
  • Average high temperature in January: -11.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (8.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (-13.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: -16.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-19.5°C).

Average pressure in January
Kangaatsiaq, Greenland

Average pressure in January - Kangaatsiaq, Greenland
  • Average pressure in January: 1001.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1013.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1001.9mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Kangaatsiaq, Greenland

Average wind speed in January - Kangaatsiaq, Greenland
  • Average wind speed in January: 14.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (15.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (10.4km/h).

Average humidity in January
Kangaatsiaq, Greenland

Average humidity in January - Kangaatsiaq, Greenland
  • Average humidity in January: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and September (76%).

Average rainfall in January
Kangaatsiaq, Greenland

Average rainfall in January - Kangaatsiaq, Greenland
  • Average rainfall in January: 12mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (29mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (6mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Kangaatsiaq, Greenland

Average rainfall days in January - Kangaatsiaq, Greenland
  • Average rainfall days in January: 2.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (8.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).

Average snowfall in January
Kangaatsiaq, Greenland

Average snowfall in January - Kangaatsiaq, Greenland
  • Average snowfall in January: 65mm

The month with the highest snowfall is December (83mm).
The month with the least snowfall is July (0mm).

Average snowfall days in January
Kangaatsiaq, Greenland

Average snowfall days in January - Kangaatsiaq, Greenland
  • Average snowfall days in January: 15.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0.2 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Kangaatsiaq, Greenland

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Kangaatsiaq, Greenland
  • Average daylight in January: 2h and 5min

The month with the longest days is August (Average daylight: 17h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 1h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 0h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Kangaatsiaq, Greenland

Average sunshine days in January - Kangaatsiaq, Greenland
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.1 days

The months with the most sunshine days are June and July (23.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (16.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Kangaatsiaq, Greenland

Average UV index in January - Kangaatsiaq, Greenland
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Kangaatsiaq, Greenland

Average cloud cover in January - Kangaatsiaq, Greenland
  • Average cloud cover in January: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 41).

Average visibility in January
Kangaatsiaq, Greenland

Average visibility in January - Kangaatsiaq, Greenland
  • Average visibility in January: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July and September (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are February and March (7km).

Kangaatsiaq, Greenland

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