January weather forecast
Karlovy Vary, Czech Republic

Karlovy Vary starts the year on a cold note, with freezing temperatures and consistent occurrences of snow. The climate remains mainly desolate, the sun peeking out for short periods amounting to 2 hours daily on an average. Winter in this Czech town displays an extremity as the mercury dips as low as -6°C (21.2°F). Ice transforms the thermal city into a winter wonderland, reflecting the miniscule amount of sunlight within its icy surfaces. Travellers are often advised to equip themselves with winter gear to navigate through the chill.

Temperature

Karlovy Vary's January weather, with an average high temperature of -1°C (30.2°F) and an average low temperature of -6°C (21.2°F), tends to be the coldest of the year.

Rainfall

In Karlovy Vary, in January, it is raining for 16 days, with typically 53mm (2.09") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 178 rainfall days, and 652mm (25.67") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Karlovy Vary is 8h and 37min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:07 and sunset at 16:15. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 07:44 and sunset at 16:59 CET.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January in Karlovy Vary is 2h.

UV index

January, February, November and 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 minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, the UV index of 1 transforms into the following advice:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.