January weather forecast
Kangiqsujuaq, Canada

January, like December, is another arctic cold winter month in Kangiqsujuaq, Canada, with temperature in the range of an average low of -28°C (-18.4°F) and an average high of -20°C (-4°F).

Temperature

The shift from December to January includes a minor decrease in the average high-temperature, lightly dropping from an arctic cold -16°C (3.2°F) to a still polar cold -20°C (-4°F). The month of January records an average low-temperature of -28°C (-18.4°F).

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 11 days. Throughout January, 20mm (0.79") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Kangiqsujuaq, Canada, there are 149 rainfall days, and 401mm (15.79") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

January through April, with an average sea temperature of -2°C (28.4°F), are months with the coldest seawater in Kangiqsujuaq.
Note: Under swimming conditions, this represents an immediate threat to life. Control over breathing is lost instantaneously, complicating thought processes. A specialized swimsuit is indispensable to conserve thermal energy.

Daylight

In Kangiqsujuaq, the average length of the day in January is 6h and 27min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 9:05 am and sunset at 2:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:13 am and sunset at 3:48 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Kangiqsujuaq are January, November and December, with an average of 1h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 0, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 0 during January translates into these guidelines:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.