January weather forecast
Kimchaek, North Korea

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Weather in January

January weather in Kimchaek, North Korea, marks the start of the winter season with some of the year's chilling temperatures. Heavy snowstorms tend to blanket the region with a fresh layer that peaks at 84mm (3.31"). Conditions become increasingly inhospitable as the month progresses; daytime offers limited warmth, especially towards the end of the month. January also boasts more generous daylight conditions than February. All these factors make winter gear essential during this month.

Temperature

Kimchaek notes the coldest temperatures in January, with a high average of -2.3°C (27.9°F) and a low of -7.9°C (17.8°F).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity in Kimchaek is 67%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 3.4 days and accumulates 12mm (0.47") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Kimchaek, in January, during 7.9 snowfall days, 84mm (3.31") of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 33.1 snowfall days, and 428mm (16.85") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 38min.
On the first day of January in Kimchaek, sunrise is at 07:46 and sunset at 17:05. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:34 and sunset at 17:38 KST.

Sunshine

In Kimchaek, the average sunshine in January is 6.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Kimchaek are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in January translates into the following instructions:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

January stands out as Kimchaek's coldest month, with temperatures ranging between an average high of -2.3°C (27.9°F) and a low of -7.9°C (17.8°F).

How cold is it in January?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are -2.3°C (27.9°F) and -7.9°C (17.8°F) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 67%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 3.4 days and typically collects 12mm (0.47") of precipitation.

How much does it rain in January?

In Kimchaek, during January, the rain falls for 3.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 12mm (0.47") of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 7.9 days. Throughout January, 84mm (3.31") of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Kimchaek have in January?

In Kimchaek, the average day length in January is 9h and 38min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:46 and sunset at 17:05. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:34 and sunset at 17:38 KST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Kimchaek?

In Kimchaek, the average sunshine duration in January is 6.4h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Kimchaek, North Korea

Average temperature in January - Kimchaek, North Korea
  • Average high temperature in January: -2.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (24.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-2.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: -7.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (18.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-7.9°C).

Average pressure in January
Kimchaek, North Korea

Average pressure in January - Kimchaek, North Korea
  • Average pressure in January: 1022.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1022.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1007.1mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Kimchaek, North Korea

Average wind speed in January - Kimchaek, North Korea
  • Average wind speed in January: 11.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (12.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (9.5km/h).

Average humidity in January
Kimchaek, North Korea

Average humidity in January - Kimchaek, North Korea
  • Average humidity in January: 67%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (58%).

Average rainfall in January
Kimchaek, North Korea

Average rainfall in January - Kimchaek, North Korea
  • Average rainfall in January: 12mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (90mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (12mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Kimchaek, North Korea

Average rainfall days in January - Kimchaek, North Korea
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.4 days).

Average snowfall in January
Kimchaek, North Korea

Average snowfall in January - Kimchaek, North Korea
  • Average snowfall in January: 84mm

The month with the highest snowfall is December (138mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in January
Kimchaek, North Korea

Average snowfall days in January - Kimchaek, North Korea
  • Average snowfall days in January: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Kimchaek, North Korea

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Kimchaek, North Korea
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
Kimchaek, North Korea

Average sunshine days in January - Kimchaek, North Korea
  • Average sunshine days in January: 22.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (23.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (12.4 days).

Average UV index in January
Kimchaek, North Korea

Average UV index in January - Kimchaek, North Korea
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Kimchaek, North Korea

Average cloud cover in January - Kimchaek, North Korea
  • Average cloud cover in January: 27

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 21).

Average visibility in January
Kimchaek, North Korea

Average visibility in January - Kimchaek, North Korea
  • Average visibility in January: 10km

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

Kimchaek, North Korea

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