January weather forecast
Qaqortoq, Greenland

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Weather in January

January in Qaqortoq, Greenland, presents a frigid landscape. The chill in the air is tangible with the high temperatures barely reaching -2.2°C (28°F) and lows plummeting to -9.2°C (15.4°F). This month sees one of the longest nights, featuring only about 6.7 hours of daylight. The towering icebergs are more prominent, adding a stark, frosty beauty to the panorama. Minimal variation from December's weather patterns makes January a continuation of the cold winter season.

Temperature

With its high average temperature of -2.2°C (28°F) and a low of -9.2°C (15.4°F), January is regarded as the coldest month.

Rainfall

During January, Qaqortoq regularly aggregates up to 57mm (2.24") of precipitation. Throughout the year, 857mm (33.74") of rain is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Qaqortoq, in January, the average water temperature is -0.7°C (30.7°F).
Note: In swimming scenarios, this situation is extremely cold, fraught with danger, and poses a significant life risk. Absent insulated waterproof clothing, hypothermia strikes quickly.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Qaqortoq, Greenland, is 6h and 41min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 10:13 and sunset at 16:01. On the last day of January, in Qaqortoq, sunrise is at 09:24 and sunset at 17:10 -02.

Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Qaqortoq?

January tends to be the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a daily high of -2.2°C (28°F) and a low of -9.2°C (15.4°F).

How cold is it in Qaqortoq in January?

During January, Qaqortoq experiences an average high-temperature of -2.2°C (28°F) and a low-temperature of -9.2°C (15.4°F).

How much does it rain in Qaqortoq in January?

Throughout January, in Qaqortoq, 57mm (2.24") of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the sea temperature in January in Qaqortoq?

In January, the average sea temperature in Qaqortoq, Greenland, is -0.7°C (30.7°F). For swimming, this is considered extremely cold, dangerous, and life-threatening. Unless suitably protected with insulated waterproof clothing, hypothermia quickly occurs.

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

In Qaqortoq, Greenland, the average day length in January is 6h and 41min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Qaqortoq?

On the first day of January in Qaqortoq, Greenland, sunrise is at 10:13 and sunset at 16:01. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 09:24 and sunset at 17:10 -02.

Average temperature in January
Qaqortoq, Greenland

Average temperature in January - Qaqortoq, Greenland
  • Average high temperature in January: -2.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (11.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-2.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: -9.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (3.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-9.2°C).

Average rainfall in January
Qaqortoq, Greenland

Average rainfall in January - Qaqortoq, Greenland
  • Average rainfall in January: 57mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (97mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (51mm).

Average sea temperature in January
Qaqortoq, Greenland

Average sea temperature in January - Qaqortoq, Greenland
  • Average sea temperature in January: -0.7°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (2.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (-1.1°C).

Average daylight in January
Qaqortoq, Greenland

Average daylight in January - Qaqortoq, Greenland
  • Average daylight in January: 6h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 48min).

Qaqortoq, Greenland

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