January weather forecast
Claushavn, Greenland

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Weather in January

As the New Year begins, the weather remains frigid in Claushavn, Greenland. Sub-zero temperatures prevail with a high of -12.5°C (9.5°F) and a low of -18.5°C (-1.3°F). Innumerable white blankets adorn the landscape due to substantial snowfall. Though the city experiences the shortest daylight hours, bright sunshine graces the skies during this time. The crisp winter air, marked by foggy weather conditions, induces a surreal, picturesque image of the city.

Temperature

The arrival of January in Claushavn brings an average high-temperature of a still frigid cold -12.5°C (9.5°F), subtly diverging from December's -10.5°C (13.1°F). The average temperature in Claushavn drops to an arctic cold -18.5°C (-1.3°F) during the night in the month of January.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity in Claushavn is 81%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 1.8 days. Throughout January, 11mm (0.43") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Claushavn, there are 52.2 rainfall days, and 189mm (7.44") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through December are months with snowfall. In Claushavn, Greenland, in January, snow falls for 12.2 days, with typically accumulated 68mm (2.68") of snow. In Claushavn, during the entire year, snow falls for 101.4 days and aggregates up to 688mm (27.09") of snow.

Daylight

In Claushavn, the average length of the day in January is 2h and 15min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 22:00 and sunset at 22:00. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 11:01 and sunset at 16:14 -02.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 1.1h.

UV index

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
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. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is January in Claushavn?

During January, Claushavn experiences an average high-temperature of -12.5°C (9.5°F) and a low-temperature of -18.5°C (-1.3°F).

What is the average humidity in January in Claushavn?

In Claushavn, Greenland, the average relative humidity in January is 81%.

How many days does it rain in January in Claushavn?

In Claushavn, in January, during 1.8 rainfall days, 11mm (0.43") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Claushavn in January?

In Claushavn, in January, snow falls for 12.2 days, with typically accumulated 68mm (2.68") of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Claushavn have in January?

The average day length in January in Claushavn is 2h and 15min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Claushavn?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 22:00 and sunset at 22:00. On the last day of the month, in Claushavn, Greenland, sunrise is at 11:01 and sunset at 16:14 -02.

How long on average sun shines in January in Claushavn?

In Claushavn, the average sunshine duration in January is 1.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Claushavn?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Claushavn, Greenland

Average temperature in January - Claushavn, Greenland
  • Average high temperature in January: -12.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (-14.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: -18.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (4.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-21.3°C).

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Average pressure in January
Claushavn, Greenland

Average pressure in January - Claushavn, Greenland
  • Average pressure in January: 1002.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1014.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1002.6mbar).

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Average wind speed in January
Claushavn, Greenland

Average wind speed in January - Claushavn, Greenland
  • Average wind speed in January: 12.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (12.8km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.4km/h).

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Average humidity in January
Claushavn, Greenland

Average humidity in January - Claushavn, Greenland
  • Average humidity in January: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (67%).

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Average rainfall in January
Claushavn, Greenland

Average rainfall in January - Claushavn, Greenland
  • Average rainfall in January: 11mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (25mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (7mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Claushavn, Greenland

Average rainfall days in January - Claushavn, Greenland
  • Average rainfall days in January: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (8.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.3 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Claushavn, Greenland

Average snowfall in January - Claushavn, Greenland
  • Average snowfall in January: 68mm

The month with the highest snowfall is December (130mm).
The month with the least snowfall is July (3mm).

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Average snowfall days in January
Claushavn, Greenland

Average snowfall days in January - Claushavn, Greenland
  • Average snowfall days in January: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is October (12.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0.3 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Claushavn, Greenland

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Claushavn, Greenland
  • Average daylight in January: 2h and 2min

The month with the longest days is August (Average daylight: 17h and 42min).
The months with the shortest days are June and December (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 1h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 0h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Claushavn, Greenland

Average sunshine days in January - Claushavn, Greenland
  • Average sunshine days in January: 19.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (17.1 days).

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Average UV index in January
Claushavn, Greenland

Average UV index in January - Claushavn, Greenland
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are March and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in January
Claushavn, Greenland

Average cloud cover in January - Claushavn, Greenland
  • Average cloud cover in January: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 39).

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Average visibility in January
Claushavn, Greenland

Average visibility in January - Claushavn, Greenland
  • Average visibility in January: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are June and July (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are February, March and April (8km).

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