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 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
January
Weather in January
Temperature
A shift in Sanikiluaq's weather is noticeable as December turns into January, with the average high temperature decreasing from a subzero cold -7.8°C (18°F) to a polar cold -16.7°C (1.9°F). Maintaining close parity with daytime warmth, the average nocturnal temperature during January stays at a life-threatening cold -21°C (-5.8°F).Humidity
In Sanikiluaq, the average relative humidity in January is 93%.Rainfall
In Sanikiluaq, during January, the rain falls for 0.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 18mm (0.71") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 86.1 rainfall days, and 350mm (13.78") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through June, September through December are months with snowfall in Sanikiluaq. In January, in Sanikiluaq, it is snowing for 19.3 days. Throughout January, 76mm (2.99") of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 109.3 snowfall days, and 490mm (19.29") of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In January, the average length of the day in Sanikiluaq is 7h and 38min.On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:51 am and sunset at 3:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:16 am and sunset at 4:44 pm EST.
Sunshine
The months with the least sunshine in Sanikiluaq are January and December, with an average of 1.3h of sunshine.UV index
January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Sanikiluaq. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In January, a regular UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
How cold is it in Sanikiluaq in January?
What is the average humidity in January in Sanikiluaq?
How many days does it rain in January in Sanikiluaq?
How many days does it snow in January in Sanikiluaq?
What is the average length of the day in January in Sanikiluaq?
When are sunrise and sunset in January in Sanikiluaq?
What are the months with the least sunshine in Sanikiluaq?
How many hours of sunshine does Sanikiluaq have in January?
What is the month with the lowest UV index in Sanikiluaq?
What is the UV index reading in January in Sanikiluaq?
Average temperature in January
Sanikiluaq, Canada
- Average high temperature in January: -16.7°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (10.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (-17.9°C).
- Average low temperature in January: -21°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-23.7°C).
Average pressure in January
Sanikiluaq, Canada
- Average pressure in January: 1012mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1017.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1008.6mbar).
Average wind speed in January
Sanikiluaq, Canada
- Average wind speed in January: 21.7km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (30.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (20km/h).
Average humidity in January
Sanikiluaq, Canada
- Average humidity in January: 93%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (94%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (77%).
Average rainfall in January
Sanikiluaq, Canada
- Average rainfall in January: 18mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (44mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (11mm).
Average rainfall days in January
Sanikiluaq, Canada
- Average rainfall days in January: 0.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (0.3 days).
Average snowfall in January
Sanikiluaq, Canada
- Average snowfall in January: 76mm
The month with the highest snowfall is November (101mm).
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0mm).
Average snowfall days in January
Sanikiluaq, Canada
- Average snowfall days in January: 19.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.3 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is August (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Sanikiluaq, Canada
- Average daylight in January: 7h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in January: 1h and 2min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 1h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in January
Sanikiluaq, Canada
- Average sunshine days in January: 10.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is June (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (4.6 days).
Average UV index in January
Sanikiluaq, Canada
- Average UV index in January: 1
The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in January
Sanikiluaq, Canada
- Average cloud cover in January: 89
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 89).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 44).
Average visibility in January
Sanikiluaq, Canada
- Average visibility in January: 7km
The month with the highest visibility is June (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, November and December (7km).
