January weather forecast
Snow Hill Island, Antarctica

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A family of penguins on Snow Hill Island in Antarctica
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 to -1°C. 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

Snow Hill Island sees the highest average temperatures during the months of January and December, peaking at 3°C.

Rainfall

January and December are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 1 days and typically aggregates up to 2mm of rain.

Sea temperature

The months with the warmest seawater in Snow Hill Island, Antarctica, are January, February and December, with an average sea temperature of 0°C.
Note: Within the context of swimming, this scenario is life-threatening. Instant loss of control over breathing impairs cognitive functions. It is essential to use a specialized swimsuit to mitigate thermal loss.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 19h and 29min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 18:21 and sunset at 15:23. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 20:07 and sunset at 13:56 NZDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January in Snow Hill Island is 9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Snow Hill Island is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 4 during January translates into the following recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Protecting skin and eyes from harm is required. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly.
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FAQ

What month is the hottest in Snow Hill Island?

Snow Hill Island's temperatures tend to hit their maximum during January and December, with an average high-temperature of 3°C.

How cold is January in Snow Hill Island?

During January, Snow Hill Island experiences an average high-temperature of 3°C and a low-temperature of -1°C.

What is the driest month in Snow Hill Island?

The months with the least rainfall are January and December Rain falls for 1 days and accumulates 2mm of rain.

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

In January, in Snow Hill Island, the rain falls for 1 days. Throughout January, 2mm of precipitation is accumulated.

What months are the sea warmest in Snow Hill Island?

January, February and December, with an average sea temperature of 0°C, are months with the warmest seawater in Snow Hill Island.

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

In Snow Hill Island, Antarctica, the average seawater temperature in January is 0°C. 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.

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

In January, the average day length is 19h and 29min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Snow Hill Island?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 18:21 and sunset at 15:23. On the last day of the month, in Snow Hill Island, Antarctica, sunrise is at 20:07 and sunset at 13:56 NZDT.

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

The average sunshine duration in January in Snow Hill Island, Antarctica, is 9h.

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

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Snow Hill Island, Antarctica, is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Snow Hill Island, Antarctica

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 - 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 - 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 - 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 / 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 - 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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Snow Hill Island, Antarctica

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