January weather forecast
Kouvola, Finland

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Weather in January

Kouvola, Finland ushers in the New Year with chilly temperatures and an abundance of snowfall, typical of its northern climate. January boasts an impressive average snowfall of 227mm (8.94"), the year's highest, reinforcing its reputation as a winter wonderland. Comparatively, the month brings slightly more daylight hours than its predecessor, December, offering 6.6 hours on average. Visitors should bundle up as biting winds and temperatures reach their yearly peaks. As the month concludes, there's a slight increase in temperatures, setting the stage for the marginally warmer February.

Temperature

January is the coldest month in Kouvola, with an average high-temperature of -4.3°C (24.3°F) and an average low-temperature of -8.3°C (17.1°F).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity in Kouvola is 94%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 5.2 days. Throughout January, 37mm (1.46") of precipitation is accumulated. In Kouvola, during the entire year, the rain falls for 131.9 days and collects up to 451mm (17.76") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Kouvola, Finland. In January, in Kouvola, Finland, it is snowing for 21.3 days. Throughout January, 227mm (8.94") of snow is accumulated. In Kouvola, during the entire year, snow falls for 104.4 days and aggregates up to 1093mm (43.03") of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Kouvola is 6h and 38min.
On the first day of January in Kouvola, sunrise is at 09:23 and sunset at 15:09. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:35 and sunset at 16:17 EET.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Kouvola is 1.8h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in January converts into the following recommendations:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Kouvola?

Kouvola's coldest month, January, registers temperatures that range from a high of -4.3°C (24.3°F) to a low of -8.3°C (17.1°F).

How cold is January in Kouvola?

The high-temperature, in January, in Kouvola, is -4.3°C (24.3°F), while the low-temperature averages to -8.3°C (17.1°F).

What is the average humidity in January in Kouvola?

The average relative humidity in January is 94%.

How many days does it rain in January in Kouvola?

In Kouvola, during January, the rain falls for 5.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 37mm (1.46") of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Kouvola in January?

In January, in Kouvola, Finland, it is snowing for 21.3 days. Throughout January, 227mm (8.94") of snow is accumulated.

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

In January, the average day length in Kouvola, Finland, is 6h and 38min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Kouvola?

On the first day of January in Kouvola, sunrise is at 09:23 and sunset at 15:09. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:35 and sunset at 16:17 EET.

How long on average sun shines in January in Kouvola?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 1.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Kouvola?

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Kouvola.

What is the UV index reading in January in Kouvola?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Kouvola, Finland, is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Kouvola, Finland

Average temperature in January - Kouvola, Finland
  • Average high temperature in January: -4.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (21.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-4.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: -8.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (13°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-8.3°C).

Average pressure in January
Kouvola, Finland

Average pressure in January - Kouvola, Finland
  • Average pressure in January: 1011.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1014.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1008.7mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Kouvola, Finland

Average wind speed in January - Kouvola, Finland
  • Average wind speed in January: 13km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (13.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.7km/h).

Average humidity in January
Kouvola, Finland

Average humidity in January - Kouvola, Finland
  • Average humidity in January: 94%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (95%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (68%).

Average rainfall in January
Kouvola, Finland

Average rainfall in January - Kouvola, Finland
  • Average rainfall in January: 37mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (51mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (25mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Kouvola, Finland

Average rainfall days in January - Kouvola, Finland
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.5 days).

Average snowfall in January
Kouvola, Finland

Average snowfall in January - Kouvola, Finland
  • Average snowfall in January: 227mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (231mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in January
Kouvola, Finland

Average snowfall days in January - Kouvola, Finland
  • Average snowfall days in January: 21.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Kouvola, Finland

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Kouvola, Finland
  • Average daylight in January: 6h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 1h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 1h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in January
Kouvola, Finland

Average sunshine days in January - Kouvola, Finland
  • Average sunshine days in January: 8.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (5.5 days).

Average UV index in January
Kouvola, Finland

Average UV index in January - Kouvola, Finland
  • Average UV index in January: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Kouvola, Finland

Average cloud cover in January - Kouvola, Finland
  • Average cloud cover in January: 80

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 80).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in January
Kouvola, Finland

Average visibility in January - Kouvola, Finland
  • Average visibility in January: 6km

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August and September (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (6km).

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