January weather forecast
Liepāja, Latvia

The turn of the year brings colder temperatures and a fair share of precipitation in Liepāja, Latvia. January’s weather extends overcast skies, chilly winds, and coalesces into a somber, wintry landscape. Despite the mercury dropping, the hearty embrace of winter permits outdoor activities such as skiing and ice fishing. Escaping the chill, residents retreat indoors for warmth, keeping the fireplaces stoked and the hot drinks prepared. Marking the zenith of winter, January endures the lowest temperatures of the year with average high and low temperatures between -0.5°C (31.1°F) and -5.7°C (21.7°F) respectively.

Temperature

Liepāja's January weather, with an average high temperature of -0.5°C (31.1°F) and an average low temperature of -5.7°C (21.7°F), tends to be the coldest of the year.

Humidity

In Liepāja, the average relative humidity in January is 87.2%.

Rainfall

In Liepāja, during January, the rain falls for 19.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 48mm (1.89") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 173.4 rainfall days, and 669mm (26.34") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Liepāja, in January, the average water temperature is 4°C (39.2°F).
Note: During the act of swimming, this is a direct threat to life. Breathing becomes erratic and cognitive abilities decline rapidly. The importance of a specialized swimsuit to minimize thermal loss is paramount.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Liepāja is 7h and 38min.
On the first day of January in Liepāja, Latvia, sunrise is at 09:10 and sunset at 16:08. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:35 and sunset at 17:03 EET.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 1.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Liepāja are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 0. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 0 during January translates into the following directions:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.