January weather forecast
Uummannaq, Greenland

January in Uummannaq, Greenland experiences the lowest amount of daylight in the year, with a mere 1.1 hours of sunlight per day. It is a clear month with an emphasis on extremely chilly temperatures, especially compared to the milder months of spring. Precipitation also begins to increase, manifesting mostly as snow rather than rain. Its maritime climate manifests itself quite starkly with sea temperatures at -1.2°C (29.8°F). This harsh period makes for rigid icy landscapes, cautioning residents to prepare for frostbite and hypothermia conditions.

Temperature

The shift from December to January in Uummannaq is characterized by an average high-temperature of a still subzero cold -8°C (17.6°F), not significantly different from the -6°C (21.2°F) of December. A consistent nighttime average temperature of -13°C (8.6°F) is maintained in Uummannaq, Greenland, during January.

Rainfall

In Uummannaq, in January, 23mm (0.91") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Uummannaq, 198mm (7.8") of rain is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Uummannaq, in January, the average water temperature is -1.2°C (29.8°F).
Note: In water-based activities like swimming, this poses significant life risks. The cold water results in agonizing discomfort and quick hyperventilation. A specialized swimsuit is crucial to reduce the potential thermal damage.

Daylight

In Uummannaq, the average length of the day in January is 1h and 8min.
On the first day of January in Uummannaq, sunrise is at 22:00 and sunset at 22:00. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 11:33 and sunset at 15:50 -02.