January weather forecastIgloolik, Canada
January
Weather in January
January is a life-threatening cold winter month in Igloolik, Canada, with temperature in the range of an average high of -23.9°C (-11°F) and an average low of -28.1°C (-18.6°F).Temperature
January's arrival comes with a mild decrease in the average high-temperature, moving subtly from an arctic cold -19.6°C (-3.3°F) in December to a life-threatening cold -23.9°C (-11°F). Igloolik encounters a negligible difference from daytime peaks throughout the January nights, with a low-temperature average of -28.1°C (-18.6°F).Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 95%.Rainfall
In Igloolik, during January, the rain falls for 0.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 5mm (0.2") of precipitation. In Igloolik, Canada, during the entire year, the rain falls for 42.8 days and collects up to 153mm (6.02") of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Igloolik are January through June, August through December. In Igloolik, during January, snow falls for 12.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 35mm (1.38") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 115.5 snowfall days, and 431mm (16.97") of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in January is 2h and 2min.On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:00 pm and sunset at 7:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:08 am and sunset at 3:13 pm EST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in January is 0.7h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, May, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during January translates into these guidelines:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Igloolik, Canada
- Average high temperature in January: -23.9°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (7.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (-25.6°C).
- Average low temperature in January: -28.1°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (4.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-29.3°C).
Average pressure in January
Igloolik, Canada
- Average pressure in January: 1009.6mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1016.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (1007.9mbar).
Average wind speed in January
Igloolik, Canada
- Average wind speed in January: 15.7km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (21.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (15.2km/h).
Average humidity in January
Igloolik, Canada
- Average humidity in January: 95%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (95%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (74%).
Average rainfall in January
Igloolik, Canada
- Average rainfall in January: 5mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (22mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (3mm).
Average rainfall days in January
Igloolik, Canada
- Average rainfall days in January: 0.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (9.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (0.3 days).
Average snowfall in January
Igloolik, Canada
- Average snowfall in January: 35mm
The month with the highest snowfall is October (71mm).
The month with the least snowfall is July (0mm).
Average snowfall days in January
Igloolik, Canada
- Average snowfall days in January: 12.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is May (14.1 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0.1 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Igloolik, Canada
- Average daylight in January: 2h and 0min
The month with the longest days is August (Average daylight: 17h and 48min).
The months with the shortest days are June and December (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in January: 0h and 42min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 0h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in January
Igloolik, Canada
- Average sunshine days in January: 18.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (15.6 days).
Average UV index in January
Igloolik, Canada
- Average UV index in January: 1
The months with the highest UV index are April, June, July, August, September and October (UV index 2).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, May, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in January
Igloolik, Canada
- Average cloud cover in January: 77
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 82).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 44).
Average visibility in January
Igloolik, Canada
- Average visibility in January: 7km
The month with the highest visibility is July (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (7km).
