January weather forecastGjoa Haven, Canada
January
Weather in January
January, like December, in Gjoa Haven, Canada, is another dangerously cold winter month, with temperature in the range of an average high of -24.7°C (-12.5°F) and an average low of -29.2°C (-20.6°F).Temperature
January's average high-temperature is a still life-threatening cold -24.7°C (-12.5°F), maintaining a close comparison with December's -21.9°C (-7.4°F). An average nighttime temperature of -29.2°C (-20.6°F) marks January in Gjoa Haven.Humidity
January and February, with an average relative humidity of 98%, are the most humid months in Gjoa Haven.Rainfall
In January, the rain falls for 0.8 days. Throughout January, 8mm (0.31") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Gjoa Haven, Canada, there are 35.7 rainfall days, and 133mm (5.24") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through December are months with snowfall in Gjoa Haven. In Gjoa Haven, during January, snow falls for 18.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 41mm (1.61") of snow. In Gjoa Haven, during the entire year, snow falls for 143.3 days and aggregates up to 457mm (17.99") of snow.Sea temperature
In January, the average sea temperature in Gjoa Haven is -1.2°C (29.8°F).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 Gjoa Haven, the average length of the day in January is 2h and 40min.On the first day of January in Gjoa Haven, sunrise is at 5:00 pm and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:53 am and sunset at 2:20 pm MST.
Sunshine
In Gjoa Haven, the average sunshine in January is 0.3h.UV index
January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: In January, the average maximum UV index of 1 translates into the following recommendations:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Gjoa Haven, Canada
- Average high temperature in January: -24.7°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (8.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (-25.7°C).
- Average low temperature in January: -29.2°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (4.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-29.9°C).
Average pressure in January
Gjoa Haven, Canada
- Average pressure in January: 1014.4mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1019.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (1010mbar).
Average wind speed in January
Gjoa Haven, Canada
- Average wind speed in January: 18.4km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (22.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (15.3km/h).
Average humidity in January
Gjoa Haven, Canada
- Average humidity in January: 98%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (98%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).
Average rainfall in January
Gjoa Haven, Canada
- Average rainfall in January: 8mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (18mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (6mm).
Average rainfall days in January
Gjoa Haven, Canada
- Average rainfall days in January: 0.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (7.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (0.3 days).
Average snowfall in January
Gjoa Haven, Canada
- Average snowfall in January: 41mm
The month with the highest snowfall is October (72mm).
The month with the least snowfall is July (2mm).
Average snowfall days in January
Gjoa Haven, Canada
- Average snowfall days in January: 18.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (19.7 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0.3 days).
Average sea temperature in January
Gjoa Haven, Canada
- Average sea temperature in January: -1.2°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is September (0.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is December (-1.8°C).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Gjoa Haven, Canada
- Average daylight in January: 2h and 42min
The month with the longest days is August (Average daylight: 17h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in January: 0h and 18min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 0h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in January
Gjoa Haven, Canada
- Average sunshine days in January: 12.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (23.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (11.5 days).
Average UV index in January
Gjoa Haven, Canada
- Average UV index in January: 1
The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in January
Gjoa Haven, Canada
- Average cloud cover in January: 89
The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 90).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 42).
Average visibility in January
Gjoa Haven, Canada
- Average visibility in January: 7km
The months with the highest visibility are July and August (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (7km).
