January weather forecast
Sanandaj, Iran

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Weather in January

January in Sanandaj, Iran brings the coldest month, with a notable difference existing between the high of 2.2°C (36°F) and a chilling low of -4.7°C (23.5°F). Frequently the city experiences snowfall, lending a wintry atmosphere to the city's landscape. Evenings are particularly cold, therefore tourists should remain appropriately dressed in thermal garments. The chilly weather contrasts the city's otherwise warm climate, marking the start of the year with distinctive weather patterns. Visibility remains close to perfect, creating ideal conditions for sightseeing despite the cold.

Temperature

Sanandaj's temperature records reveal January as the coldest month, marked by average highs of 2.2°C (36°F) and lows of -4.7°C (23.5°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 72%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 8.3 days. Throughout January, 37mm (1.46") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 70.6 rainfall days, and 257mm (10.12") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Sanandaj, in January, snow falls for 9 days, with typically accumulated 150mm (5.91") of snow. In Sanandaj, during the entire year, snow falls for 23.5 days and aggregates up to 489mm (19.25") of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 10h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:30 and sunset at 17:19. On the last day of January, in Sanandaj, sunrise is at 07:22 and sunset at 17:48 +0330.

Sunshine

With an average of 6.5h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Sanandaj?

January stands out as Sanandaj's coldest month, with temperatures ranging between an average high of 2.2°C (36°F) and a low of -4.7°C (23.5°F).

How cold is January in Sanandaj?

Sanandaj in January has an average high-temperature of 2.2°C (36°F) and an average low-temperature of -4.7°C (23.5°F).

What is the average humidity in January in Sanandaj?

In Sanandaj, Iran, the average relative humidity in January is 72%.

How much does it rain in Sanandaj in January?

In Sanandaj, Iran, in January, it is raining for 8.3 days, with typically 37mm (1.46") of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Sanandaj in January?

In January, in Sanandaj, Iran, it is snowing for 9 days. Throughout January, 150mm (5.91") of snow is accumulated.

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

In January, the average day length is 10h and 5min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Sanandaj?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:30 and sunset at 17:19. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:22 and sunset at 17:48 +0330.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Sanandaj?

The month with the least sunshine in Sanandaj is January, with an average of 6.5h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Sanandaj have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Sanandaj, Iran, is 6.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Sanandaj?

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in January in Sanandaj?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Sanandaj, Iran, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Sanandaj, Iran

Average temperature in January - Sanandaj, Iran
  • Average high temperature in January: 2.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (32.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (2.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: -4.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (17.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-4.7°C).

Average pressure in January
Sanandaj, Iran

Average pressure in January - Sanandaj, Iran
  • Average pressure in January: 1021.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1021.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1005.7mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Sanandaj, Iran

Average wind speed in January - Sanandaj, Iran
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (10.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (7.7km/h).

Average humidity in January
Sanandaj, Iran

Average humidity in January - Sanandaj, Iran
  • Average humidity in January: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (73%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (23%).

Average rainfall in January
Sanandaj, Iran

Average rainfall in January - Sanandaj, Iran
  • Average rainfall in January: 37mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (51mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are August and September (0mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Sanandaj, Iran

Average rainfall days in January - Sanandaj, Iran
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (12.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Sanandaj, Iran

Average snowfall in January - Sanandaj, Iran
  • Average snowfall in January: 150mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (159mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in January
Sanandaj, Iran

Average snowfall days in January - Sanandaj, Iran
  • Average snowfall days in January: 9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Sanandaj, Iran

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Sanandaj, Iran
  • Average daylight in January: 10h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 6h and 3min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Sanandaj, Iran

Average sunshine days in January - Sanandaj, Iran
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (30.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (15.5 days).

Average UV index in January
Sanandaj, Iran

Average UV index in January - Sanandaj, Iran
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Sanandaj, Iran

Average cloud cover in January - Sanandaj, Iran
  • Average cloud cover in January: 32

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 32).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 3).

Average visibility in January
Sanandaj, Iran

Average visibility in January - Sanandaj, Iran
  • Average visibility in January: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (9km).

Sanandaj, Iran

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