January weather forecast
Narsaq, Greenland

Weather in January

January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Narsaq, Greenland, with an average temperature varying between -6.6°C (20.1°F) and -12.5°C (9.5°F).

Temperature

January is the coldest month, with an average high-temperature of -6.6°C (20.1°F) and an average low-temperature of -12.5°C (9.5°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 74%.

Rainfall

In Narsaq, during 3.7 rainfall days, 22mm (0.87") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Narsaq, there are 86.1 rainfall days, and 279mm (10.98") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through June, September through December are months with snowfall. In Narsaq, in January, during 11.6 snowfall days, 134mm (5.28") of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Narsaq, there are 61.9 snowfall days, and 762mm (30") of snow is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Narsaq, the average water temperature is -0.7°C (30.7°F).
Note: For swimming, this is considered extremely cold, dangerous, and life-threatening. Unless suitably protected with insulated waterproof clothing, hypothermia quickly occurs.

Daylight

In Narsaq, the average length of the day in January is 6h and 38min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 09:14 and sunset at 15:00. On the last day of January, in Narsaq, Greenland, sunrise is at 08:25 and sunset at 16:09 -03.

Sunshine

In Narsaq, the average sunshine in January is 4.3h.

UV index

In Narsaq, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, the average maximum UV index of 2 translate into the following recommendations:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Tightly woven, loose-fitting clothes provide additional protection from the Sun. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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FAQ

What is the coldest month in Narsaq?

With an average high-temperature of -6.6°C (20.1°F) and an average low-temperature of -12.5°C (9.5°F), January is the coldest month in Narsaq, Greenland.

What is the temperature in January in Narsaq?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Narsaq, is -6.6°C (20.1°F), while the average low-temperature is -12.5°C (9.5°F).

What is the average humidity in January in Narsaq?

The average relative humidity in January is 74%.

How many days does it rain in January in Narsaq?

In Narsaq, Greenland, in January, it is raining for 3.7 days, with typically 22mm (0.87") of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Narsaq?

In Narsaq, in January, during 11.6 snowfall days, 134mm (5.28") of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the sea temperature in January in Narsaq?

In Narsaq, Greenland, in January, the average water temperature is -0.7°C (30.7°F). For swimming, this is considered life-threatening and very dangerous. The water feels painfully cold, and hyperventilation quickly occurs. A specialized swimsuit is mandatory to reduce thermal damage.

What is the average length of the day in January in Narsaq?

The average day length in January in Narsaq is 6h and 38min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Narsaq?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 09:14 and sunset at 15:00. On the last day of the month, in Narsaq, Greenland, sunrise is at 08:25 and sunset at 16:09 -03.

How long on average sun shines in January in Narsaq?

In Narsaq, Greenland, the average sunshine duration in January is 4.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Narsaq?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Narsaq, Greenland

Average temperature in January - Narsaq, Greenland
  • Average high temperature in January: -6.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (10.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-6.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: -12.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (4.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-13.4°C).

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Average pressure in January
Narsaq, Greenland

Average pressure in January - Narsaq, Greenland
  • Average pressure in January: 997.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1013.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (997.2mbar).

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Average wind speed in January
Narsaq, Greenland

Average wind speed in January - Narsaq, Greenland
  • Average wind speed in January: 13.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.8km/h).

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Average humidity in January
Narsaq, Greenland

Average humidity in January - Narsaq, Greenland
  • Average humidity in January: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is April (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

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Average rainfall in January
Narsaq, Greenland

Average rainfall in January - Narsaq, Greenland
  • Average rainfall in January: 22mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (30mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July, August, October and December (20mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Narsaq, Greenland

Average rainfall days in January - Narsaq, Greenland
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (10.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.2 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Narsaq, Greenland

Average snowfall in January - Narsaq, Greenland
  • Average snowfall in January: 134mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (139mm).
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in January
Narsaq, Greenland

Average snowfall days in January - Narsaq, Greenland
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in January
Narsaq, Greenland

Average sea temperature in January - Narsaq, Greenland
  • Average sea temperature in January: -0.7°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (2.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (-1.1°C).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Narsaq, Greenland
  • Average daylight in January: 6h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Narsaq, Greenland

Average sunshine days in January - Narsaq, Greenland
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (22.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (16.2 days).

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Average UV index in January
Narsaq, Greenland

Average UV index in January - Narsaq, Greenland
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 3).
The month with the lowest UV index is February (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in January
Narsaq, Greenland

Average cloud cover in January - Narsaq, Greenland
  • Average cloud cover in January: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 36).

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Average visibility in January
Narsaq, Greenland

Average visibility in January - Narsaq, Greenland
  • Average visibility in January: 9km

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

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