January weather forecast
Øravík, Faroe Islands

January

Weather in January

Kicking off the year, January in Øravík presents a unique blend of weather patterns. Temperatures in this month hover from 5.3°C (41.5°F) to 7.3°C (45.1°F), influencing the overall mild winter experience in the Faroe Islands. Consistent with typical oceanic climate, the city is often shrouded in clouds with relative humidity reaching 75%. Affected by the North Atlantic Current, the chill of January is moderate, but expect some snowy flurries. Weatherwise, this month sets the tone for the rest of the year, prepping residents and visitors for the variety of temperatures and weather conditions they will encounter.

Temperature

January's presence in Øravík records an average high-temperature of a still chilly 7.3°C (45.1°F), closely mirroring December's climate. Øravík records a slight downturn in temperature to an average of 5.3°C (41.5°F) during January nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Øravík, Faroe Islands, in January, during 23.3 rainfall days, 79mm (3.11") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Øravík, there are 242.9 rainfall days, and 709mm (27.91") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Øravík are January through May, September, November and December. In Øravík, in January, snow falls for 1.8 days, with typically accumulated 13mm (0.51") of snow. In Øravík, during the entire year, snow falls for 10.9 days and aggregates up to 50mm (1.97") of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 6h and 28min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 09:44 and sunset at 15:16. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 08:53 and sunset at 16:28 WET.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year in Øravík, Faroe Islands, with an average of 2.3h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Øravík are January through April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In January, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Øravík in January?
During January, Øravík experiences an average high-temperature of 7.3°C (45.1°F) and a low-temperature of 5.3°C (41.5°F).
What are the least humid months in Øravík?
January, February and December, with an average relative humidity of 75%, are the least humid months.
What is the average humidity in January in Øravík?
The average relative humidity in January is 75%.
How many days does it rain in January in Øravík?
In Øravík, Faroe Islands, in January, it is raining for 23.3 days, with typically 79mm (3.11") of accumulated precipitation.
How much does it snow in Øravík in January?
In Øravík, in January, snow falls for 1.8 days, with typically accumulated 13mm (0.51") of snow.
What is the average length of the day in January in Øravík?
In January, the average day length in Øravík is 6h and 28min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Øravík?
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 09:44 and sunset at 15:16. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:53 and sunset at 16:28 WET.
What is the month with the least sunshine in Øravík?
January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 2.3h of sunshine.
How long on average sun shines in January in Øravík?
In Øravík, Faroe Islands, the average sunshine duration in January is 2.3h.
What is the month with the lowest UV index in Øravík?
The months with the lowest UV index in Øravík are January through April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.
What is the UV index intensity in January in Øravík?
In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Øravík is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in January - Øravík, Faroe Islands
Average temperature in January
Øravík, 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 - Øravík, Faroe Islands
Average pressure in January
Øravík, 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 - Øravík, Faroe Islands
Average wind speed in January
Øravík, 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 - Øravík, Faroe Islands
Average humidity in January
Øravík, 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 - Øravík, Faroe Islands
Average rainfall in January
Øravík, 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 - Øravík, Faroe Islands
Average rainfall days in January
Øravík, 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 - Øravík, Faroe Islands
Average snowfall in January
Øravík, 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 - Øravík, Faroe Islands
Average snowfall days in January
Øravík, 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 - Øravík, Faroe Islands
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Øravík, 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 30min).

  • 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 - Øravík, Faroe Islands
Average sunshine days in January
Øravík, 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 - Øravík, Faroe Islands
Average UV index in January
Øravík, 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 - Øravík, Faroe Islands
Average cloud cover in January
Øravík, 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 - Øravík, Faroe Islands
Average visibility in January
Øravík, 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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