January weather forecast
Zakho, Iraq

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Weather in January

Commencing the year with the coldest temperatures, Zakho, Iraq experiences a significant dip in the mercury. January records an obvious chill, with temperatures fluctuating from a low of 1.8°C (35.2°F) up to a high of 8.4°C (47.1°F). The snowfall is gentle this month, dressing the city in a white blanket for a fleeting period. Relative humidity levels are high, which could lead to the formation of morning frost on colder days. An icy wind occasionally whips through the streets, reminding residents of winter's presence.

Temperature

In Zakho, January is the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a high of 8.4°C (47.1°F) and a low of 1.8°C (35.2°F).

Humidity

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 65%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 11.6 days. Throughout January, 70mm (2.76") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 90.6 rainfall days, and 461mm (18.15") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. In Zakho, in January, during 0.7 snowfall days, 10mm (0.39") of snow is typically accumulated. In Zakho, during the entire year, snow falls for 2.4 days and aggregates up to 51mm (2.01") of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:22 and sunset at 17:02. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 07:13 and sunset at 17:32 +03.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January in Zakho is 6.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Zakho?

January is the coldest month, exhibiting average temperatures of 8.4°C (47.1°F) at the peak and 1.8°C (35.2°F) at the base.

What are the temperatures in Zakho in January?

January temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 8.4°C (47.1°F) and a low-temperature of 1.8°C (35.2°F).

What is the most humid month in Zakho?

With an average relative humidity of 65%, January is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in January in Zakho?

In Zakho, the average relative humidity in January is 65%.

How many days does it rain in January in Zakho?

In January, in Zakho, Iraq, the rain falls for 11.6 days. Throughout January, 70mm (2.76") of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Zakho in January?

In Zakho, Iraq, in January, snow falls for 0.7 days, with typically accumulated 10mm (0.39") of snow.

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

In January, the average day length is 9h and 57min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Zakho?

On the first day of January in Zakho, Iraq, sunrise is at 07:22 and sunset at 17:02. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:13 and sunset at 17:32 +03.

How long on average sun shines in January in Zakho?

In Zakho, the average sunshine duration in January is 6.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Zakho?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in January in Zakho?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Zakho, Iraq, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Zakho, Iraq

Average temperature in January - Zakho, Iraq
  • Average high temperature in January: 8.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (38.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (8.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 1.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (25.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.8°C).

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Average pressure in January
Zakho, Iraq

Average pressure in January - Zakho, Iraq
  • Average pressure in January: 1020.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1021mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1002.7mbar).

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Average wind speed in January
Zakho, Iraq

Average wind speed in January - Zakho, Iraq
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (8.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (5.3km/h).

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Average humidity in January
Zakho, Iraq

Average humidity in January - Zakho, Iraq
  • Average humidity in January: 65%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (65%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (17%).

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Average rainfall in January
Zakho, Iraq

Average rainfall in January - Zakho, Iraq
  • Average rainfall in January: 70mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (104mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Zakho, Iraq

Average rainfall days in January - Zakho, Iraq
  • Average rainfall days in January: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (15.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.3 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Zakho, Iraq

Average snowfall in January - Zakho, Iraq
  • Average snowfall in January: 10mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (28mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in January
Zakho, Iraq

Average snowfall days in January - Zakho, Iraq
  • Average snowfall days in January: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Zakho, Iraq

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Zakho, Iraq
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Zakho, Iraq

Average sunshine days in January - Zakho, Iraq
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (30.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.8 days).

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Average UV index in January
Zakho, Iraq

Average UV index in January - Zakho, Iraq
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in January
Zakho, Iraq

Average cloud cover in January - Zakho, Iraq
  • Average cloud cover in January: 34

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 34).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 1).

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Average visibility in January
Zakho, Iraq

Average visibility in January - Zakho, Iraq
  • Average visibility in January: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

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