January weather forecast
Mosul, Iraq

Mosul in January experiences the full swing of winter, with shorter days and fewer sunlight hours. The city's weather swings between 2.2°C (36°F) and 12.4°C (54.3°F). Despite lower temperatures, residents still enjoy approximately five hours of sunlight daily. Sunlight exposure, however, is at its lowest, with the UV index rated at 2. The first month's weather provides at a glance a stark contrast against the scorching heat that envelops the city in the coming summer.

Temperature

Temperature records in Mosul, Iraq, mark January as the coldest month, with highs averaging 12.4°C (54.3°F) and lows at 2.2°C (36°F).

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 11 days. Throughout January, 62mm (2.44") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Mosul, there are 71 rainfall days, and 364mm (14.33") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Mosul, Iraq, the average length of the day in January is 10h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:18 and sunset at 17:02. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 07:09 and sunset at 17:31 +03.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Mosul are January and December, with an average of 5h of sunshine.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in January, converts into the following recommendations:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.