January weather forecastKulusuk, Greenland
January
Weather in January
January, traditionally being the coldest month of the year in Kulusuk, Greenland, is characterized by inhospitable conditions. The highest and lowest temperatures observed are -4.3°C (24.3°F) and -8.3°C (17.1°F), making the region predominantly frigid. As the days shorten and darkness looms longer, sunlight is scarce. Strong winds creeping across the frozen landscapes, making the bitter cold even more intense. It's also marked by substantial snowfall, setting the stage for a winter wonderland.Temperature
Transitioning into January, Kulusuk experiences an average high-temperature of a still freezing cold -4.3°C (24.3°F), marking a minor shift from the preceding month. January nighttime temperatures in Kulusuk, Greenland, hover close to the daytime peak with an average of -8.3°C (17.1°F).Humidity
In January, the average relative humidity is 78%.Rainfall
In Kulusuk, during January, the rain falls for 3.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 91mm (3.58") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Kulusuk, there are 89.6 rainfall days, and 905mm (35.63") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through June, September through December. In Kulusuk, Greenland, during January, snow falls for 15.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 244mm (9.61") of snow. In Kulusuk, Greenland, during the entire year, snow falls for 106.3 days and aggregates up to 1593mm (62.72") of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in January in Kulusuk is 4h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 10:46 and sunset at 14:17. On the last day of January, in Kulusuk, sunrise is at 09:25 and sunset at 15:59 -02.
Sunshine
The months with the least sunshine in Kulusuk are January and December, with an average of 1.5h of sunshine.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Kulusuk are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: During January, 1 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Kulusuk, Greenland
- Average high temperature in January: -4.3°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (5.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (-5.2°C).
- Average low temperature in January: -8.3°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (3.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (-10.9°C).
Average pressure in January
Kulusuk, Greenland
- Average pressure in January: 997.9mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1015.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (997.9mbar).
Average wind speed in January
Kulusuk, Greenland
- Average wind speed in January: 26.2km/h
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (26.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (10.7km/h).
Average humidity in January
Kulusuk, Greenland
- Average humidity in January: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is June (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (72%).
Average rainfall in January
Kulusuk, Greenland
- Average rainfall in January: 91mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (104mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (38mm).
Average rainfall days in January
Kulusuk, Greenland
- Average rainfall days in January: 3.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.2 days).
Average snowfall in January
Kulusuk, Greenland
- Average snowfall in January: 244mm
The month with the highest snowfall is April (277mm).
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0mm).
Average snowfall days in January
Kulusuk, Greenland
- Average snowfall days in January: 15.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Kulusuk, Greenland
- Average daylight in January: 5h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 22h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 3h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in January: 1h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 1h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in January
Kulusuk, Greenland
- Average sunshine days in January: 8.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.2 days).
Average UV index in January
Kulusuk, Greenland
- Average UV index in January: 1
The months with the highest UV index are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (UV index 2).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in January
Kulusuk, Greenland
- Average cloud cover in January: 70
The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 44).
Average visibility in January
Kulusuk, Greenland
- Average visibility in January: 8km
The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August, September and October (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, November and December (8km).
