Contents
- Weather in January
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in January
- Average pressure in January
- Average wind speed in January
- Average humidity in January
- Average rainfall in January
- Average rainfall days in January
- Average snowfall in January
- Average snowfall days in January
- Average sea temperature in January
- Average daylight in January
- Average sunshine in January
- Average sunshine days in January
- Average UV index in January
- Average cloud cover in January
- Average visibility in January
Weather in January
Temperature
January suggests a modest reduction in the average high-temperature, shifting from a frigid cold -13.2°C (8.2°F) in December to a life-threatening cold -20.3°C (-4.5°F). Consistently, Cape Dorset reports average nighttime temperatures of -24.1°C (-11.4°F) during January, a marginal step down from its daytime highs.Humidity
In January, the average relative humidity in Cape Dorset is 96%.Rainfall
In Cape Dorset, in January, during 0.8 rainfall days, 11mm (0.43") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Cape Dorset, Canada, there are 65.3 rainfall days, and 263mm (10.35") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through December. In Cape Dorset, in January, snow falls for 18.7 days, with typically accumulated 64mm (2.52") of snow. Throughout the year, in Cape Dorset, there are 150.5 snowfall days, and 650mm (25.59") of snow is accumulated.Sea temperature
The months with the coldest seawater are January through April, with an average sea temperature of -2°C (28.4°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
In Cape Dorset, the average length of the day in January is 5h and 34min.On the first day of January, sunrise is at 9:58 am and sunset at 2:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:50 am and sunset at 3:48 pm EST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in January in Cape Dorset, Canada, is 1h.UV index
January through May, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: A daily high UV index of 1 in January leads to these guidelines:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Frequently asked questions
How cold is it in Cape Dorset in January?
What is the average humidity in January in Cape Dorset?
How much does it rain in Cape Dorset in January?
How much does it snow in Cape Dorset in January?
When is the sea coldest in Cape Dorset?
How cold is the water in January in Cape Dorset?
What is the average length of the day in January in Cape Dorset?
What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Cape Dorset?
How long on average sun shines in January in Cape Dorset?
When is the lowest UV index in Cape Dorset?
How high is the UV index in January in Cape Dorset?
Average temperature in January
Cape Dorset, Canada
- Average high temperature in January: -20.3°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (9.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (-22.3°C).
- Average low temperature in January: -24.1°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (5.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-26.6°C).
Average pressure in January
Cape Dorset, Canada
- Average pressure in January: 1008.5mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is April (1015mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (1007.6mbar).
Average wind speed in January
Cape Dorset, Canada
- Average wind speed in January: 17.7km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (23.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (15.3km/h).
Average humidity in January
Cape Dorset, Canada
- Average humidity in January: 96%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (97%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (73%).
Average rainfall in January
Cape Dorset, Canada
- Average rainfall in January: 11mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (40mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (6mm).
Average rainfall days in January
Cape Dorset, Canada
- Average rainfall days in January: 0.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (12.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (0.7 days).
Average snowfall in January
Cape Dorset, Canada
- Average snowfall in January: 64mm
The month with the highest snowfall is November (112mm).
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (1mm).
Average snowfall days in January
Cape Dorset, Canada
- Average snowfall days in January: 18.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (20.9 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0.1 days).
Average sea temperature in January
Cape Dorset, Canada
- Average sea temperature in January: -2°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (3°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January, February, March and April (-2°C).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Cape Dorset, Canada
- Average daylight in January: 5h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 20h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in January: 1h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 0h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in January
Cape Dorset, Canada
- Average sunshine days in January: 12.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (6.5 days).
Average UV index in January
Cape Dorset, Canada
- Average UV index in January: 1
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in January
Cape Dorset, Canada
- Average cloud cover in January: 85
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 87).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 45).
Average visibility in January
Cape Dorset, Canada
- Average visibility in January: 7km
The month with the highest visibility is July (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (7km).
Cape Dorset, Canada
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