January weather forecast
Ilulissat, Greenland

The frigid climate of Ilulissat, Greenland, announces itself in January with falling temperatures and a minimum daylight period. The overall atmosphere is distinguished by particularly frozen temperatures from -10°C (14°F) to -17°C (1.4°F). During this time, visitors should prepare for snowfall, which blankets the city and overlaps with colder sea temperatures. The darkness continues to prevail with scarce hours of sunshine and daylight. Unquestionably, January in Ilulissat exudes the harshest winter conditions, solidifying its reputation as a polar city.

Temperature

January commences in Ilulissat, Greenland, with an average high-temperature of a still subzero cold -10°C (14°F), showing little deviation from December's -8°C (17.6°F). Throughout the January nights, Ilulissat encounters a low-temperature of -17°C (1.4°F).

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall are January and March Rain falls for 8 days and accumulates 12mm (0.47") of rain.

Sea temperature

In January, the average sea temperature is -1.2°C (29.8°F).
Note: In swimming, this condition is considered life-threatening and perilous. The painful sensation of cold water leads to immediate hyperventilation. Utilizing a specialized swimsuit is critical to reduce thermal injury.

Daylight

In Ilulissat, the average length of the day in January is 2h and 8min.
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 11:03 and sunset at 16:11 -02.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 0h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Ilulissat, Greenland.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Ilulissat are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 0. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 0 transforms into these recommendations:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.