January weather forecast
Kulusuk, 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.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is January in Kulusuk?
The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Kulusuk during January are -4.3°C (24.3°F) and -8.3°C (17.1°F) respectively.
What is the average humidity in January in Kulusuk?
The average relative humidity in January in Kulusuk is 78%.
How many days does it rain in January in Kulusuk?
In Kulusuk, during January, the rain falls for 3.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 91mm (3.58") of precipitation.
How much does it snow in Kulusuk in January?
In Kulusuk, Greenland, in January, snow falls for 15.8 days, with typically accumulated 244mm (9.61") of snow.
How many hours of daylight does Kulusuk have in January?
The average day length in January in Kulusuk, Greenland, is 4h and 58min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Kulusuk?
In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 10:46 and sunset at 14:17. On the last day of the month, in Kulusuk, sunrise is at 09:25 and sunset at 15:59 -02.
What is the month with the least sunshine in Kulusuk?
January and December, with an average of 1.5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Kulusuk, Greenland.
How many hours of sunshine does Kulusuk have in January?
The average sunshine duration in January is 1.5h.
What is the month with the lowest UV index in Kulusuk?
The months with the lowest UV index in Kulusuk are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.
What is the UV index reading in January in Kulusuk?
In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk 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 - Kulusuk, Greenland
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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 /
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 3min

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
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
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
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
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).

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