January weather - Summer 2024 - Snow Hill Island, Antarctica

Weather in January
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Average rainfall in January
Average rainfall days in January
Average sea temperature in January
Average daylight in January
Average sunshine in January
Average UV index in January

A family of penguins on Snow Hill Island in Antarctica

Weather in January

The first month of the year sees the continuation of summer's climate in Snow Hill Island, Antarctica. The mercury highlights its strength, with the recorded extremes being between 3°C (37.4°F) to -1°C (30.2°F). The day's length is generous, offering ample daylight for the Antarctic wildlife to thrive. Rainfall is present, albeit less frequent, occurring mostly as snow. Cooler conditions and a decrease in temperature start to set in as we transition towards February.

Temperature

The peak of Snow Hill Island's temperatures is noted during January and December, averaging a high-temperature of 3°C (37.4°F).

Rainfall

January and December are months with the least rain in Snow Hill Island, Antarctica, when the rain falls for 1 days and typically aggregates up to 2mm (0.08") of rain.

Sea temperature

The months with the warmest seawater are January, February and December, with an average sea temperature of 0°C (32°F).
Note: In the case of swimming, this is seriously cold, dangerous, and can result in death. Without the safeguard of insulated waterproof attire, hypothermia manifests rapidly.

Daylight

In Snow Hill Island, the average length of the day in January is 19h and 29min.
On the first day of January in Snow Hill Island, sunrise is at 18:20 and sunset at 15:23. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 20:06 and sunset at 13:57 NZDT.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Snow Hill Island is 9h.

UV index

In Snow Hill Island, Antarctica, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 4 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Adopt protective measures - It is advised to guard against sun damage. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the warmest months in Snow Hill Island?

Snow Hill Island experiences peak temperatures, averaging a high-temperature of 3°C (37.4°F) during January and December.

How cold is it in Snow Hill Island in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Snow Hill Island, records 3°C (37.4°F), while the low-temperature is -1°C (30.2°F).

What is the driest month in Snow Hill Island?

January and December are months with the least rain in Snow Hill Island, Antarctica, when the rain falls for 1 days and typically aggregates up to 2mm (0.08") of rain.

How many days does it rain in January in Snow Hill Island?

In Snow Hill Island, Antarctica, during January, the rain falls for 1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2mm (0.08") of precipitation.

What months are the sea warmest in Snow Hill Island?

January, February and December, with an average sea temperature of 0°C (32°F), are months with the warmest seawater.

What is the water temperature in January in Snow Hill Island?

In January, the average sea temperature in Snow Hill Island is 0°C (32°F). For swimming, this is considered life-threatening and very dangerous. The water feels painfully cold, and hyperventilation quickly occurs. A specialized swimsuit is mandatory to reduce thermal damage.

What is the average length of the day in January in Snow Hill Island?

The average day length in January in Snow Hill Island, Antarctica, is 19h and 29min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Snow Hill Island?

On the first day of January in Snow Hill Island, Antarctica, sunrise is at 18:20 and sunset at 15:23. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 20:06 and sunset at 13:57 NZDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Snow Hill Island have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Snow Hill Island is 9h.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Snow Hill Island?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

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Average temperature in January
Snow Hill Island, Antarctica

Average high temperature in January: 3°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are January and December (3°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are July and August (-14°C).

Average low temperature in January: -1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (-1°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are July and August (-21°C).

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Average rainfall in January
Snow Hill Island, Antarctica

Average rainfall in January: 2mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (12mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (2mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Snow Hill Island, Antarctica

Average rainfall days in January: 1 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are March, April and May (3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January, February, September, October, November and December (1 days).

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Average sea temperature in January
Snow Hill Island, Antarctica

Average sea temperature in January: 0°C

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are January, February and December (0°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is May (-2°C).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Snow Hill Island, Antarctica

Average daylight in January: 19h and 3min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 21h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine in January: 9h

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 10h).
The months with the least sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 0h).

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Average UV index in January
Snow Hill Island, Antarctica

Average UV index in January: 4

The months with the highest UV index are November and December (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are April, May, June, July and August (UV index 0).

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January weather forecast
Snow Hill Island, Antarctica

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