Weather in January
The onset of the year in Vágur, Faroe Islands, often comes with a frigid chill. The temperature of the sea bottom-out at a mean value of 7.7°C (45.9°F), which is the second-lowest in the entire year. This is just slightly chillier than its immediate neighbor, February. Short daylight hours and icy breezes make for a classic winter feel. It is advisable to pack warm and weatherproof clothing should one choose to visit during this month.
Note: With an efficient thermal swimsuit, one can navigate 7.7°C (45.9°F) even if it's colder than 10°C (50°F); otherwise, rapid cold shock and breathlessness might set in. Barely wading at 13°C (55.4°F) feels chilly.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 09:44 and sunset at 15:17. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 08:52 and sunset at 16:28 WET.
[Resources]Sea temperature
In Vágur, the average seawater temperature in January is 7.7°C (45.9°F).Note: With an efficient thermal swimsuit, one can navigate 7.7°C (45.9°F) even if it's colder than 10°C (50°F); otherwise, rapid cold shock and breathlessness might set in. Barely wading at 13°C (55.4°F) feels chilly.
Daylight
The average length of the day in January is 6h and 29min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 09:44 and sunset at 15:17. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 08:52 and sunset at 16:28 WET.
Frequently asked questions
How cold is the water in January in Vágur?
In Vágur, Faroe Islands, in January, the average water temperature is 7.7°C (45.9°F). At temperatures below 10°C (50°F), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 13°C (55.4°F) is not comfortable.
How many hours of daylight does Vágur have in January?
In Vágur, the average day length in January is 6h and 29min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Vágur?
On the first day of January in Vágur, Faroe Islands, sunrise is at 09:44 and sunset at 15:17. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:52 and sunset at 16:28 WET.
Average sea temperature in January
Vágur, Faroe Islands
- Average sea temperature in January: 7.7°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (11.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (7.3°C).
Average daylight in January
Vágur, 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).
Vágur, Faroe Islands
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