Contents
- Weather in January
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature 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 UV index in January
Weather in January
Temperature
In January, the average high-temperature decreases from an arctic cold -17°C (1.4°F) in December to a life-threatening cold -22.8°C (-9°F). The average low-temperature, is -30.9°C (-23.6°F).Humidity
The average relative humidity in January in Iqaluit is 65.3%.Rainfall
January through March and December are months without rainfall.Snowfall
January through June, August through December are months with snowfall. In Iqaluit, during 12.2 snowfall days, 217mm (8.54") of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 113.4 snowfall days, and 2293mm (90.28") of snow is accumulated.Sea temperature
January through March, with an average sea temperature of -2°C (28.4°F), are months with the coldest seawater in Iqaluit, Canada.Note: 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.
Daylight
The average length of the day in January in Iqaluit is 5h and 45min.On the first day of January in Iqaluit, sunrise is at 9:19 am and sunset at 1:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:14 am and sunset at 3:20 pm EST.
Sunshine
In Iqaluit, the average sunshine in January is 1h.UV index
January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 0, are months with the lowest UV index in Iqaluit. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The average daily UV index of 0 in January transform into the following instructions:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
FAQ
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Average temperature in January
Iqaluit, Canada
- Average high temperature in January: -22.8°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (12.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (-23.3°C).
- Average low temperature in January: -30.9°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 (-31.7°C).
Average humidity in January
Iqaluit, Canada
- Average humidity in January: 65.3%
The month with the highest relative humidity is October (78.1%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (64.6%).
Average rainfall in January
Iqaluit, Canada
- Average rainfall in January: 0mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (68.6mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February, March and December (0mm).
Average rainfall days in January
Iqaluit, Canada
- Average rainfall days in January: 0 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (16.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January, March and December (0 days).
Average snowfall in January
Iqaluit, Canada
- Average snowfall in January: 217mm
The month with the highest snowfall is April (315mm).
The month with the least snowfall is July (0mm).
Average snowfall days in January
Iqaluit, Canada
- Average snowfall days in January: 12.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is November (13.8 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0.1 days).
Average sea temperature in January
Iqaluit, 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 and March (-2°C).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Iqaluit, Canada
- Average daylight in January: 5h and 5min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 20h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in January: 1h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 0h and 24min).
Average UV index in January
Iqaluit, Canada
- Average UV index in January: 0
The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 0).
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