January weather forecast
Aasiaat, Greenland

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Weather in January

January in Aasiaat, Greenland is characteristically defined by its low temperatures, making it a frigid month. The mercury often dips to an average low of -16.2°C (2.8°F), while the temperature tends to peak at -11.4°C (11.5°F). Residents and visitors can expect the majority of the days in January to have some form of snow with regular snow falls and significantly low daylight hours. Notably, the chances of rainfall in January are low with the city recording the month's precipitation predominantly as snow. A veil of cloud often blankets the city with a higher percentage of cloud cover, making January a mostly cloudy month.

Temperature

With the onset of January in Aasiaat, Greenland, a modest change to a frigid cold -11.4°C (11.5°F) from December's -8.8°C (16.2°F) is noted in high-temperature. Throughout the nights in January, Aasiaat notes an average low of -16.2°C (2.8°F), a small dip from the daytime peak.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 85%.

Rainfall

In Aasiaat, in January, it is raining for 2.1 days, with typically 12mm (0.47") of accumulated precipitation. In Aasiaat, during the entire year, the rain falls for 51.9 days and collects up to 168mm (6.61") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through June, August through December are months with snowfall. In Aasiaat, during January, snow falls for 15.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 65mm (2.56") of snow. In Aasiaat, during the entire year, snow falls for 107.5 days and aggregates up to 501mm (19.72") of snow.

Sea temperature

In January, the average sea temperature is -1.3°C (29.7°F).
Note: In swimming exercises, this state is seen as life-threatening and poses serious dangers. The painful sensation of the cold water induces immediate hyperventilation. A specialized swimsuit is required to limit thermal damage.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Aasiaat is 2h and 34min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 22:00 and sunset at 22:00. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 11:03 and sunset at 16:26 -02.

Sunshine

In Aasiaat, the average sunshine in January is 1.2h.

UV index

In Aasiaat, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in January interprets into the following advice:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is January in Aasiaat?

Aasiaat in January has an average high-temperature of -11.4°C (11.5°F) and an average low-temperature of -16.2°C (2.8°F).

What is the average humidity in January in Aasiaat?

In January, the average relative humidity in Aasiaat is 85%.

How many days does it rain in January in Aasiaat?

In January, in Aasiaat, the rain falls for 2.1 days. Throughout January, 12mm (0.47") of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Aasiaat?

In Aasiaat, in January, during 15.6 snowfall days, 65mm (2.56") of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the water temperature in January in Aasiaat?

In January, the average sea temperature in Aasiaat, Greenland, is -1.3°C (29.7°F). For swimming, this is considered extremely cold, dangerous, and life-threatening. Unless suitably protected with insulated waterproof clothing, hypothermia quickly occurs.

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

The average day length in January in Aasiaat, Greenland, is 2h and 34min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Aasiaat?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 22:00 and sunset at 22:00. On the last day of the month, in Aasiaat, Greenland, sunrise is at 11:03 and sunset at 16:26 -02.

How many hours of sunshine does Aasiaat have in January?

In Aasiaat, the average sunshine duration in January is 1.2h.

What is the UV index reading in January in Aasiaat?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Aasiaat is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Aasiaat, Greenland

Average temperature in January - Aasiaat, Greenland
  • Average high temperature in January: -11.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (8.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (-13.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: -16.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-19.5°C).

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Average pressure in January
Aasiaat, Greenland

Average pressure in January - Aasiaat, Greenland
  • Average pressure in January: 1001.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1013.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1001.9mbar).

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Average wind speed in January
Aasiaat, Greenland

Average wind speed in January - Aasiaat, Greenland
  • Average wind speed in January: 14.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (15.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (10.4km/h).

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Average humidity in January
Aasiaat, Greenland

Average humidity in January - Aasiaat, Greenland
  • Average humidity in January: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and September (76%).

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Average rainfall in January
Aasiaat, Greenland

Average rainfall in January - Aasiaat, Greenland
  • Average rainfall in January: 12mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (29mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (6mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Aasiaat, Greenland

Average rainfall days in January - Aasiaat, Greenland
  • Average rainfall days in January: 2.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (8.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Aasiaat, Greenland

Average snowfall in January - Aasiaat, Greenland
  • Average snowfall in January: 65mm

The month with the highest snowfall is December (83mm).
The month with the least snowfall is July (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in January
Aasiaat, Greenland

Average snowfall days in January - Aasiaat, Greenland
  • Average snowfall days in January: 15.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0.2 days).

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Average sea temperature in January
Aasiaat, Greenland

Average sea temperature in January - Aasiaat, Greenland
  • Average sea temperature in January: -1.3°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (4.7°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February, March and April (-1.5°C).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Aasiaat, Greenland

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Aasiaat, Greenland
  • Average daylight in January: 2h and 4min

The month with the longest days is August (Average daylight: 17h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 1h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 0h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Aasiaat, Greenland

Average sunshine days in January - Aasiaat, Greenland
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.1 days

The months with the most sunshine days are June and July (23.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (16.3 days).

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Average UV index in January
Aasiaat, Greenland

Average UV index in January - Aasiaat, Greenland
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in January
Aasiaat, Greenland

Average cloud cover in January - Aasiaat, Greenland
  • Average cloud cover in January: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 41).

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Average visibility in January
Aasiaat, Greenland

Average visibility in January - Aasiaat, Greenland
  • Average visibility in January: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July and September (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are February and March (7km).

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