January weather forecast
Akraberg, Faroe Islands

January

Weather in January

January at Akraberg, Faroe Islands, presents a rugged climate with the coldest and windiest conditions of the year. While this locale seldom experiences snow accumulation, January still records an average of 13mm (0.51") of snowfall. The chilly atmosphere is complemented by heavy rainfall and relatively low daylight hours. The prevailing overcast conditions contribute to the overall gloominess of the outdoors. Regardless of the harsh weather, the breathtaking landscape of Akraberg painted white under the snow remains magnificent to behold.

Temperature

Transitioning into January, Akraberg records an average high-temperature of a still frosty 7.3°C (45.1°F), almost identical to December's 7.4°C (45.3°F). During the nights of January, Akraberg records an average low-temperature of 5.3°C (41.5°F), reflecting a modest decrease from daytime highs.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are January, February and December, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 23.3 days. Throughout January, 79mm (3.11") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 242.9 rainfall days, and 709mm (27.91") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, September, November and December are months with snowfall. In January, it is snowing for 1.8 days. Throughout January, 13mm (0.51") of snow is accumulated. In Akraberg, during the entire year, snow falls for 10.9 days and aggregates up to 50mm (1.97") of snow.

Daylight

In Akraberg, the average length of the day in January is 6h and 30min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 09:42 and sunset at 15:17. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 08:51 and sunset at 16:28 WET.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 2.3h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Akraberg are January through April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Akraberg in January?
In January, in Akraberg, the average high-temperature is 7.3°C (45.1°F), and the average low-temperature is 5.3°C (41.5°F).
What are the least humid months?
The months with the lowest humidity are January, February and December, with an average relative humidity of 75%.
What is the average humidity in January?
In January, the average relative humidity is 75%.
How much does it rain in January?
In January, the rain falls for 23.3 days. Throughout January, 79mm (3.11") of precipitation is accumulated.
How much does it snow in January?
In January, it is snowing for 1.8 days. Throughout January, 13mm (0.51") of snow is accumulated.
What is the average length of the day in January?
In January, the average day length is 6h and 30min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in January?
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 09:42 and sunset at 15:17. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:51 and sunset at 16:28 WET.
What is the month with the least sunshine?
With an average of 2.3h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.
How many hours of sunshine does Akraberg have in January?
The average sunshine duration in January is 2.3h.
What are the months with the lowest UV index?
The months with the lowest UV index are January through April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.
What is the UV index reading in January?
In Akraberg, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
Average max. wind speed
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Average humidity
Average rainfall
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in January - Akraberg, Faroe Islands
Average temperature in January
Akraberg, Faroe Islands
  • Average high temperature in January: 7.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (12°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is March (7.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 5.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (10.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (5°C).

Average pressure in January - Akraberg, Faroe Islands
Average pressure in January
Akraberg, Faroe Islands
  • Average pressure in January: 1001.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1014.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1000.3mbar).

Average wind speed in January - Akraberg, Faroe Islands
Average wind speed in January
Akraberg, Faroe Islands
  • Average wind speed in January: 40.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (40.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (23.6km/h).

Average humidity in January - Akraberg, Faroe Islands
Average humidity in January
Akraberg, Faroe Islands
  • Average humidity in January: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February and December (75%).

Average rainfall in January - Akraberg, Faroe Islands
Average rainfall in January
Akraberg, Faroe Islands
  • Average rainfall in January: 79mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (97mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (28mm).

Average rainfall days in January - Akraberg, Faroe Islands
Average rainfall days in January
Akraberg, Faroe Islands
  • Average rainfall days in January: 23.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (24.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (13.8 days).

Average snowfall in January - Akraberg, Faroe Islands
Average snowfall in January
Akraberg, Faroe Islands
  • Average snowfall in January: 13mm

The month with the highest snowfall is March (15mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in January - Akraberg, Faroe Islands
Average snowfall days in January
Akraberg, Faroe Islands
  • Average snowfall days in January: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (2.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and October (0 days).

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Akraberg, Faroe Islands
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Akraberg, Faroe Islands
  • Average daylight in January: 6h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 2h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 8h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in January - Akraberg, Faroe Islands
Average sunshine days in January
Akraberg, Faroe Islands
  • Average sunshine days in January: 3.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (13 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (3.5 days).

Average UV index in January - Akraberg, Faroe Islands
Average UV index in January
Akraberg, Faroe Islands
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August, September and October (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January - Akraberg, Faroe Islands
Average cloud cover in January
Akraberg, Faroe Islands
  • Average cloud cover in January: 72

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 72).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 62).

Average visibility in January - Akraberg, Faroe Islands
Average visibility in January
Akraberg, Faroe Islands
  • Average visibility in January: 9km

The month with the highest visibility is June (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).

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