January weather forecast
Kangaarsuk, Greenland

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is an extremely cold winter month in Kangaarsuk, Greenland, with an average temperature fluctuating between -14.8°C (5.4°F) and -18.6°C (-1.5°F).

Temperature

As December makes way for January, Kangaarsuk's average high-temperature eases from an extreme cold -10.4°C (13.3°F) to an extremely cold -14.8°C (5.4°F). During the January nights, Kangaarsuk's temperature maintains an average close to the daytime highs, settling at a polar cold -18.6°C (-1.5°F).

Humidity

In Kangaarsuk, the average relative humidity in January is 86%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 2.3 days. Throughout January, 12mm (0.47") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Kangaarsuk, there are 48.4 rainfall days, and 199mm (7.83") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through December. In Kangaarsuk, during January, snow falls for 14.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 74mm (2.91") of snow. In Kangaarsuk, during the entire year, snow falls for 124.1 days and aggregates up to 848mm (33.39") of snow.

Daylight

In Kangaarsuk, the average length of the day in January is 0h and 28min.
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 12:19 and sunset at 15:31 -02.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year in Kangaarsuk, with an average of 0.3h of sunshine.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: During January, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is January in Kangaarsuk?

The high-temperature, in January, in Kangaarsuk, records -14.8°C (5.4°F), while the low-temperature is -18.6°C (-1.5°F).

What is the average humidity in January in Kangaarsuk?

In Kangaarsuk, the average relative humidity in January is 86%.

How many days does it rain in January in Kangaarsuk?

In Kangaarsuk, Greenland, during January, the rain falls for 2.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 12mm (0.47") of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Kangaarsuk in January?

In Kangaarsuk, during January, snow falls for 14.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 74mm (2.91") of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Kangaarsuk have in January?

The average day length in January in Kangaarsuk is 0h and 28min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Kangaarsuk?

On the first day of January in Kangaarsuk, sunrise is at 22:00 and sunset at 22:00. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 12:19 and sunset at 15:31 -02.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Kangaarsuk?

January has the least sunshine of the year in Kangaarsuk, with an average of 0.3h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Kangaarsuk have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 0.3h.

How high is the UV index in January in Kangaarsuk?

In Kangaarsuk, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index 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
Kangaarsuk, Greenland

Average temperature in January - Kangaarsuk, Greenland
  • Average high temperature in January: -14.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (6.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (-17.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: -18.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (4.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (-22.3°C).

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Average pressure in January
Kangaarsuk, Greenland

Average pressure in January - Kangaarsuk, Greenland
  • Average pressure in January: 1005.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1015.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1005.1mbar).

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Average wind speed in January
Kangaarsuk, Greenland

Average wind speed in January - Kangaarsuk, Greenland
  • Average wind speed in January: 14.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (17.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (11.1km/h).

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Average humidity in January
Kangaarsuk, Greenland

Average humidity in January - Kangaarsuk, Greenland
  • Average humidity in January: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September and October (71%).

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Average rainfall in January
Kangaarsuk, Greenland

Average rainfall in January - Kangaarsuk, Greenland
  • Average rainfall in January: 12mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (29mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (5mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Kangaarsuk, Greenland

Average rainfall days in January - Kangaarsuk, Greenland
  • Average rainfall days in January: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (10.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.2 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Kangaarsuk, Greenland

Average snowfall in January - Kangaarsuk, Greenland
  • Average snowfall in January: 74mm

The month with the highest snowfall is October (171mm).
The month with the least snowfall is July (4mm).

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Average snowfall days in January
Kangaarsuk, Greenland

Average snowfall days in January - Kangaarsuk, Greenland
  • Average snowfall days in January: 14.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (17.5 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0.4 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Kangaarsuk, Greenland
  • Average daylight in January: 0h and 3min

The month with the longest days is August (Average daylight: 17h and 6min).
The months with the shortest days are June, July and December (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 0h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 0h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Kangaarsuk, Greenland

Average sunshine days in January - Kangaarsuk, Greenland
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (21.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (12.9 days).

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Average UV index in January
Kangaarsuk, Greenland

Average UV index in January - Kangaarsuk, 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 February, April, September, October, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in January
Kangaarsuk, Greenland

Average cloud cover in January - Kangaarsuk, Greenland
  • Average cloud cover in January: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 44).

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Average visibility in January
Kangaarsuk, Greenland

Average visibility in January - Kangaarsuk, Greenland
  • Average visibility in January: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and April (8km).

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