January weather forecast
Artigas Base, Antarctica

The month of January in Artigas Base, Antarctica is entrenched with freezing conditions. Remarkably, the temperatures descend from -26°C (-14.8°F) to -30°C (-22°F), signaling a stark change in weather conditions. The thick blanket of frost is encountered through both daylight and night. There's persistent daylight for about 18.5 hours, demonstrating the phenomenon typically associated with polar regions. The weather begins to accommodate the almost non-existent sunshine, marking a significant shift from the preceding months.

Temperature

Artigas Base's temperatures tend to reach their peak averages in January, with a high of -26°C (-14.8°F) and a low of -30°C (-22°F).

Daylight

In Artigas Base, the average length of the day in January is 18h and 29min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 19:10 and sunset at 14:47. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 20:33 and sunset at 13:44 NZDT.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Artigas Base is 18h.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 1 in January transforms into this advice:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.