January weather forecast
Kittilä, Finland

January

Weather in January

In the midst of Kittilä's coldest season, January presents typical Arctic conditions. Consistent snowfall characterizes this period, laying a picturesque white blanket upon this Finnish city. Inherently, the heavy snow and low temperatures below freezing point contribute to the humidity pushing up to around 96%. This increased moisture can affect visibility to a limited extend, so potential visitors should prepare accordingly. A significant snowfall of 189mm (7.44") is seen in January, making it a marvel for snow lovers.

Temperature

January is Kittilä's coldest month, registering average high temperatures of -8.9°C (16°F) and lows of -14.6°C (5.7°F).

Humidity

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 96%, are the most humid months in Kittilä, Finland.

Rainfall

In Kittilä, in January, during 3.1 rainfall days, 27mm (1.06") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Kittilä, there are 114.1 rainfall days, and 412mm (16.22") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through June, September through December are months with snowfall. In Kittilä, in January, during 21.7 snowfall days, 189mm (7.44") of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Kittilä, there are 132.2 snowfall days, and 1307mm (51.46") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Kittilä, the average length of the day in January is 3h and 37min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 11:52 and sunset at 12:54. On the last day of January, in Kittilä, sunrise is at 09:39 and sunset at 15:28 EET.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Kittilä, Finland, is 1.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Kittilä, Finland, are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, the average maximum UV index of 1 translates into the following recommendations:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Kittilä?
January, noted for its average high-temperature of -8.9°C (16°F) and an average low-temperature of -14.6°C (5.7°F), is considered the coldest month in Kittilä.
How cold is it in Kittilä in January?
The high-temperature, in January, in Kittilä, is -8.9°C (16°F), while the low-temperature averages to -14.6°C (5.7°F).
What is the most humid month in Kittilä?
The months with the highest humidity in Kittilä, Finland, are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 96%.
What is the average humidity in January in Kittilä?
In January, the average relative humidity in Kittilä is 96%.
How much does it rain in Kittilä in January?
In Kittilä, in January, it is raining for 3.1 days, with typically 27mm (1.06") of accumulated precipitation.
How many days does it snow in January in Kittilä?
In Kittilä, Finland, during January, snow falls for 21.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 189mm (7.44") of snow.
What is the average length of the day in January in Kittilä?
In Kittilä, the average day length in January is 3h and 37min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Kittilä?
In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 11:52 and sunset at 12:54. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 09:39 and sunset at 15:28 EET.
How many hours of sunshine does Kittilä have in January?
In January, the average sunshine duration in Kittilä, Finland, is 1.2h.
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Kittilä?
January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Kittilä.
What is the UV index intensity in January in Kittilä?
The average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January - Kittilä, Finland
Average temperature in January
Kittilä, Finland
  • Average high temperature in January: -8.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (19°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-8.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: -14.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (10.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-14.6°C).

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1014.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1004.7mbar).

Average wind speed in January - Kittilä, Finland
Average wind speed in January
Kittilä, Finland
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (9.2km/h).

Average humidity in January - Kittilä, Finland
Average humidity in January
Kittilä, Finland
  • Average humidity in January: 96%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (96%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (66%).

Average rainfall in January - Kittilä, Finland
Average rainfall in January
Kittilä, Finland
  • Average rainfall in January: 27mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (53mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (22mm).

Average rainfall days in January - Kittilä, Finland
Average rainfall days in January
Kittilä, Finland
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.1 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are June and August (15.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.6 days).

Average snowfall in January - Kittilä, Finland
Average snowfall in January
Kittilä, Finland
  • Average snowfall in January: 189mm

The month with the highest snowfall is December (259mm).
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0mm).

Average snowfall days in January - Kittilä, Finland
Average snowfall days in January
Kittilä, Finland
  • Average snowfall days in January: 21.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (22.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Kittilä, Finland
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Kittilä, Finland
  • Average daylight in January: 3h and 4min

The month with the longest days is May (Average daylight: 18h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 1h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 8h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 0h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January - Kittilä, Finland
Average sunshine days in January
Kittilä, Finland
  • Average sunshine days in January: 10.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (14.1 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are April and December (9.1 days).

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January - Kittilä, Finland
Average cloud cover in January
Kittilä, Finland
  • Average cloud cover in January: 75

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 75).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 50).

Average visibility in January - Kittilä, Finland
Average visibility in January
Kittilä, Finland
  • Average visibility in January: 5km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July and August (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April and December (5km).

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