January weather forecast
Pyongyang, North Korea

Starting the year, weather conditions in Pyongyang, North Korea get extreme. Temperatures fall drastically to as low as -10.7°C (12.7°F), often while battling against the severe biting winds. January is the coldest month in Pyongyang, with average high temperatures struggling to get above -0.8°C (30.6°F). Snowfall is a recurrent feature of the capital's landscape during this period, with precipitation gathered over a span of 5.2 days on average. Even with this frosty climate, Pyongyang still enjoys about 9.8 hours of daylight, giving locals a fair amount of sun amidst the chill.

Temperature

January brings the lowest temperatures, with an average high of -0.8°C (30.6°F) and an average low of -10.7°C (12.7°F).

Rainfall

In Pyongyang, during January, the rain falls for 5.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 12mm (0.47") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Pyongyang, there are 89.9 rainfall days, and 940mm (37.01") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Pyongyang, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 47min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:55 and sunset at 17:24. On the last day of January, in Pyongyang, sunrise is at 07:44 and sunset at 17:55 KST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 6h.

UV index

In Pyongyang, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in January translates into this advice:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses.