January weather forecast
Kemi, Finland

January

Weather in January

Kemi, Finland, greets January with high levels of snowfall, amounting to 185mm (7.28"), making it one of the highest for the year. The month situates itself between the slightly warmer February and the colder December. The vast snow creates a picturesque view transforming the city into a winter wonderland. With pronounced cold temperatures, the month remains less favorable for outdoor activities. The short daylight hours add to the overall stern climate, often encouraging indoor warmth and coziness.

Temperature

January, marked by an average high-temperature of -6.3°C (20.7°F) and a low-temperature of -10.7°C (12.7°F), is the coldest month.

Humidity

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 94%, are the most humid months in Kemi.

Rainfall

In Kemi, in January, during 3.7 rainfall days, 35mm (1.38") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 127 rainfall days, and 472mm (18.58") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through June, October through December are months with snowfall. In January, in Kemi, it is snowing for 18.8 days. Throughout January, 185mm (7.28") of snow is accumulated. In Kemi, during the entire year, snow falls for 98.7 days and aggregates up to 1035mm (40.75") of snow.

Sea temperature

The months with the coldest seawater are January and February, with an average sea temperature of -0.7°C (30.7°F).
Note: In terms of swimming, this condition is dangerously life-threatening. Water temperatures cause sharp pain and provoke immediate hyperventilation. A specialized swimsuit is compulsory to alleviate thermal damage.

Daylight

In Kemi, the average length of the day in January is 4h and 52min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 10:43 and sunset at 14:06. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 09:20 and sunset at 15:49 EET.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 1.6h.

UV index

January, March, October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Kemi. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 1 during January, leads to the following recommendations:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Kemi?
January, with its average high-temperature of -6.3°C (20.7°F) and an average low-temperature of -10.7°C (12.7°F), holds the record as the coldest month in Kemi, Finland.
How cold is January in Kemi?
In January, in Kemi, the average high-temperature is -6.3°C (20.7°F), and the average low-temperature is -10.7°C (12.7°F).
What is the most humid month in Kemi?
January and February, with an average relative humidity of 94%, are most humid months.
What is the average humidity in January in Kemi?
In January, the average relative humidity in Kemi, Finland, is 94%.
How much does it rain in Kemi in January?
In January, in Kemi, Finland, the rain falls for 3.7 days. Throughout January, 35mm (1.38") of precipitation is accumulated.
How much does it snow in Kemi in January?
In Kemi, during January, snow falls for 18.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 185mm (7.28") of snow.
What months are the sea coldest in Kemi?
January and February, with an average sea temperature of -0.7°C (30.7°F), are months with the coldest seawater in Kemi.
What is the water temperature in January in Kemi?
In January, the average sea temperature in Kemi, Finland, is -0.7°C (30.7°F). For swimming, this is considered life-threatening and very dangerous. The water feels painfully cold, and hyperventilation quickly occurs. A specialized swimsuit is mandatory to reduce thermal damage.
What is the average length of the day in January in Kemi?
The average day length in January is 4h and 52min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Kemi?
In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 10:43 and sunset at 14:06. On the last day of the month, in Kemi, Finland, sunrise is at 09:20 and sunset at 15:49 EET.
How many hours of sunshine does Kemi have in January?
The average sunshine duration in January in Kemi, Finland, is 1.6h.
When is the lowest UV index in Kemi?
The months with the lowest UV index are January, March, October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.
How high is the UV index in January in Kemi?
The average daily maximum UV index in January in Kemi is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January - Kemi, Finland
Average temperature in January
Kemi, Finland
  • Average high temperature in January: -6.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (17.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-6.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: -10.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (12.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-10.7°C).

Average pressure in January - Kemi, Finland
Average pressure in January
Kemi, Finland
  • Average pressure in January: 1009.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1013.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1004.9mbar).

Average wind speed in January - Kemi, Finland
Average wind speed in January
Kemi, Finland
  • Average wind speed in January: 15.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (17.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (12.4km/h).

Average humidity in January - Kemi, Finland
Average humidity in January
Kemi, Finland
  • Average humidity in January: 94%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (94%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (71%).

Average rainfall in January - Kemi, Finland
Average rainfall in January
Kemi, Finland
  • Average rainfall in January: 35mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (53mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (28mm).

Average rainfall days in January - Kemi, Finland
Average rainfall days in January
Kemi, Finland
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in January - Kemi, Finland
Average snowfall in January
Kemi, Finland
  • Average snowfall in January: 185mm

The month with the highest snowfall is March (228mm).
The months with the least snowfall are July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in January - Kemi, Finland
Average snowfall days in January
Kemi, Finland
  • Average snowfall days in January: 18.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in January - Kemi, Finland
Average sea temperature in January
Kemi, Finland
  • Average sea temperature in January: -0.7°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is July (16.8°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January and February (-0.7°C).

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Kemi, Finland
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Kemi, Finland
  • Average daylight in January: 4h and 5min

The month with the longest days is July (Average daylight: 20h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 3h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 1h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 1h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in January - Kemi, Finland
Average sunshine days in January
Kemi, Finland
  • Average sunshine days in January: 11.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (13.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (9.9 days).

Average UV index in January - Kemi, Finland
Average UV index in January
Kemi, Finland
  • Average UV index in January: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, March, October and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January - Kemi, Finland
Average cloud cover in January
Kemi, Finland
  • Average cloud cover in January: 73

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in January - Kemi, Finland
Average visibility in January
Kemi, Finland
  • Average visibility in January: 7km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July and August (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and April (7km).

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