January weather forecast
Sandur, Faroe Islands

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Weather in January

Opening the year, January sees frigid temperatures with the mercury dropping to its lowest at 1.6°C (34.9°F). It is closely rivaled by December for the coldest month of the year. Moisture from the North Atlantic blankets Sandur, Faroe Islands with rainy weather nearly two-thirds of the month. The frequent presence of overcast skies contributes to short daylight hours. Here, the winter season is in full swing with chilly temperatures, precipitation and limited sunshine.

Temperature

Sandur reaches its lowest average temperatures in January, measuring 5.7°C (42.3°F) at the peak and 1.6°C (34.9°F) at the lowest.

Rainfall

In January, in Sandur, the rain falls for 19 days. Throughout January, 133mm (5.24") of precipitation is accumulated. In Sandur, during the entire year, the rain falls for 181 days and collects up to 1192mm (46.93") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In Sandur, in January, the average water temperature is 7.4°C (45.3°F).
Note: Unprotected swimming in 7.4°C (45.3°F) is dangerous due to potential cold shock. Especially when temperatures go below 10°C (50°F), leading to hyperventilation.

Daylight

In Sandur, the average length of the day in January is 6h and 22min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 09:48 and sunset at 15:12. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:55 and sunset at 16:26 WET.
Updated: Feb 1, 2024 | Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us / Weather Forecasting / Data Sources

Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Sandur?

Sandur's coldest month, January, generally records average temperatures ranging from a high of 5.7°C (42.3°F) to a low of 1.6°C (34.9°F).

How cold is January in Sandur?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Sandur, is 5.7°C (42.3°F) and the average low-temperature is 1.6°C (34.9°F).

How many days does it rain in January in Sandur?

In January, in Sandur, the rain falls for 19 days. Throughout January, 133mm (5.24") of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the sea water temperature in January in Sandur?

In January, the average sea temperature in Sandur is 7.4°C (45.3°F). At temperatures below 10°C (50°F), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 13°C (55.4°F) is not comfortable.

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

In Sandur, the average day length in January is 6h and 22min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Sandur?

On the first day of January in Sandur, Faroe Islands, sunrise is at 09:48 and sunset at 15:12. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:55 and sunset at 16:26 WET.

Average temperature in January
Sandur, Faroe Islands

Average temperature in January - Sandur, Faroe Islands
  • Average high temperature in January: 5.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (13.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 1.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (9.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.6°C).

Average rainfall in January
Sandur, Faroe Islands

Average rainfall in January - Sandur, Faroe Islands
  • Average rainfall in January: 133mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (146mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (58mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Sandur, Faroe Islands

Average rainfall days in January - Sandur, Faroe Islands
  • Average rainfall days in January: 19 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are January, October and December (19 days).
The months with the least rainy days are May, June and August (11 days).

Average sea temperature in January
Sandur, Faroe Islands

Average sea temperature in January - Sandur, Faroe Islands
  • Average sea temperature in January: 7.4°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (11.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (7°C).

Average daylight in January
Sandur, Faroe Islands

Average daylight in January - Sandur, Faroe Islands
  • Average daylight in January: 6h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 24min).

Sandur, Faroe Islands

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