January weather forecast
Kullorsuaq, Greenland

January

Weather in January

January in Kullorsuaq, Greenland heralds the advent of freezing temperatures and shortened daylight hours. Amid the frigid temperatures, the weather reaches its nadir, with a lowest average temperature of -20.2°C (-4.4°F) and a high of -16.6°C (2.1°F). Quieter winter days, characterized by cloudy skies and subzero temperatures, permeate the town. Cuddled up in warm dwellings, locals dwell in the penumbra with a mere 0 hours of daylight. The town grapples with its wintriest weather during this period.

Temperature

As January commences in Kullorsuaq, the average high-temperature shows a reduction, transitioning from a frigid cold -11.3°C (11.7°F) in December to a polar cold -16.6°C (2.1°F). In Kullorsuaq, the nightly January temperatures experience a slight descent from daily highs to an average low of -20.2°C (-4.4°F).

Humidity

In Kullorsuaq, Greenland, the average relative humidity in January is 88%.

Rainfall

In Kullorsuaq, in January, during 0.4 rainfall days, 7mm (0.28") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Kullorsuaq, Greenland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 42.5 days and collects up to 214mm (8.43") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Kullorsuaq are January through December. In Kullorsuaq, during January, snow falls for 9.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 34mm (1.34") of snow. In Kullorsuaq, during the entire year, snow falls for 109 days and aggregates up to 660mm (25.98") of snow.

Daylight

January, May through July and December, with an average of 0h and 0min of daylight, are months with the shortest days in Kullorsuaq.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 0.2h of sunshine.

UV index

January through May, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Kullorsuaq. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In January, a daily maximum UV index of 1 leads to the following instructions:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Kullorsuaq in January?
The high-temperature, in January, in Kullorsuaq, records -16.6°C (2.1°F), while the low-temperature is -20.2°C (-4.4°F).
What is the average humidity in January in Kullorsuaq?
In Kullorsuaq, Greenland, the average relative humidity in January is 88%.
How many days does it rain in January in Kullorsuaq?
In Kullorsuaq, Greenland, during January, the rain falls for 0.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 7mm (0.28") of precipitation.
How many days does it snow in January in Kullorsuaq?
In Kullorsuaq, during January, snow falls for 9.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 34mm (1.34") of snow.
What are the months with the shortest days in Kullorsuaq?
January, May through July and December, with an average of 0h and 0min of daylight, are months with the shortest days in Kullorsuaq, Greenland.
How many hours of daylight does Kullorsuaq have in January?
In January, the average day length in Kullorsuaq is 0h and 0min.
What is the month with the least sunshine in Kullorsuaq?
January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 0.2h of sunshine.
How many hours of sunshine does Kullorsuaq have in January?
In January, the average sunshine duration is 0.2h.
What is the month with the lowest UV index in Kullorsuaq?
January through May, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Kullorsuaq.
How high is the UV index in January in Kullorsuaq?
The average daily maximum UV index in January in Kullorsuaq, Greenland, is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
Average max. wind speed
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Average humidity
Average rainfall
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in January - Kullorsuaq, Greenland
Average temperature in January
Kullorsuaq, Greenland
  • Average high temperature in January: -16.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (5.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (-19.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: -20.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (3.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (-23.4°C).

Average pressure in January - Kullorsuaq, Greenland
Average pressure in January
Kullorsuaq, Greenland
  • Average pressure in January: 1005.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1015.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1005.3mbar).

Average wind speed in January - Kullorsuaq, Greenland
Average wind speed in January
Kullorsuaq, Greenland
  • Average wind speed in January: 14.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (19.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (12.3km/h).

Average humidity in January - Kullorsuaq, Greenland
Average humidity in January
Kullorsuaq, Greenland
  • Average humidity in January: 88%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September and October (72%).

Average rainfall in January - Kullorsuaq, Greenland
Average rainfall in January
Kullorsuaq, Greenland
  • Average rainfall in January: 7mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (36mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (4mm).

Average rainfall days in January - Kullorsuaq, Greenland
Average rainfall days in January
Kullorsuaq, Greenland
  • Average rainfall days in January: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (12.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (0.1 days).

Average snowfall in January - Kullorsuaq, Greenland
Average snowfall in January
Kullorsuaq, Greenland
  • Average snowfall in January: 34mm

The month with the highest snowfall is October (133mm).
The month with the least snowfall is July (1mm).

Average snowfall days in January - Kullorsuaq, Greenland
Average snowfall days in January
Kullorsuaq, Greenland
  • Average snowfall days in January: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (16.7 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0.2 days).

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

The month with the longest days is April (Average daylight: 16h and 48min).
The months with the shortest days are January, May, June, July and December (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 0h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 0h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in January - Kullorsuaq, Greenland
Average sunshine days in January
Kullorsuaq, Greenland
  • Average sunshine days in January: 21.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (22.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (12.5 days).

Average UV index in January - Kullorsuaq, Greenland
Average UV index in January
Kullorsuaq, Greenland
  • Average UV index in January: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 2).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January - Kullorsuaq, Greenland
Average cloud cover in January
Kullorsuaq, Greenland
  • Average cloud cover in January: 67

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 49).

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

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

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