Contents
- Weather in January
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in January
- Average pressure in January
- Average wind speed in January
- Average humidity in January
- Average rainfall in January
- Average rainfall days in January
- Average snowfall in January
- Average snowfall days in January
- Average sea temperature in January
- Average daylight in January
- Average sunshine in January
- Average sunshine days in January
- Average UV index in January
- Average cloud cover in January
- Average visibility in January
Weather in January
Temperature
Wakkanai's coldest temperatures are experienced in January, with average high temperatures of -2.9°C (26.8°F) and lows of -5.4°C (22.3°F).Humidity
The average relative humidity in January is 77%.Rainfall
In Wakkanai, in January, during 2.1 rainfall days, 53mm (2.09") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Wakkanai, during the entire year, the rain falls for 134.7 days and collects up to 731mm (28.78") of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In January, in Wakkanai, it is snowing for 21.2 days. Throughout January, 174mm (6.85") of snow is accumulated. In Wakkanai, during the entire year, snow falls for 88.9 days and aggregates up to 759mm (29.88") of snow.Sea temperature
In January, the average sea temperature in Wakkanai is 3.5°C (38.3°F).Note: In the activity of swimming, this is perceived as lethal and exceedingly dangerous. The cold water elicits sharp pain and instant hyperventilation. A specialized swimsuit is crucial to mitigate thermal detriment.
Daylight
In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 11min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:12 and sunset at 15:59. On the last day of January, in Wakkanai, sunrise is at 06:56 and sunset at 16:37 JST.
Sunshine
The month with the least sunshine in Wakkanai is January, with an average of 1.1h of sunshine.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum UV index, 1 during January, leads to the following recommendations:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Frequently asked questions
What part of the year is the coldest in Wakkanai?
How cold is January in Wakkanai?
What is the average humidity in January in Wakkanai?
How many days does it rain in January in Wakkanai?
How many days does it snow in January in Wakkanai?
What is the sea temperature in January in Wakkanai?
What is the average length of the day in January in Wakkanai?
What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Wakkanai?
What is the month with the least sunshine in Wakkanai?
How many hours of sunshine does Wakkanai have in January?
What is the month with the lowest UV index in Wakkanai?
What is the UV index reading in January in Wakkanai?
Average temperature in January
Wakkanai, Japan
- Average high temperature in January: -2.9°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (20.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-2.9°C).
- Average low temperature in January: -5.4°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (17.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-5.7°C).
Average pressure in January
Wakkanai, Japan
- Average pressure in January: 1011.7mbar
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are October and November (1014.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1008.3mbar).
Average wind speed in January
Wakkanai, Japan
- Average wind speed in January: 26km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (28.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (17.8km/h).
Average humidity in January
Wakkanai, Japan
- Average humidity in January: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is July (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).
Average rainfall in January
Wakkanai, Japan
- Average rainfall in January: 53mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (102mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (35mm).
Average rainfall days in January
Wakkanai, Japan
- Average rainfall days in January: 2.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.1 days).
Average snowfall in January
Wakkanai, Japan
- Average snowfall in January: 174mm
The month with the highest snowfall is December (175mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).
Average snowfall days in January
Wakkanai, Japan
- Average snowfall days in January: 21.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average sea temperature in January
Wakkanai, Japan
- Average sea temperature in January: 3.5°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (19.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (2.7°C).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Wakkanai, Japan
- Average daylight in January: 9h and 1min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in January: 1h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 8h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 1h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in January
Wakkanai, Japan
- Average sunshine days in January: 2.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (2 days).
Average UV index in January
Wakkanai, Japan
- Average UV index in January: 1
The months with the highest UV index are July, August and September (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in January
Wakkanai, Japan
- Average cloud cover in January: 90
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 90).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 37).
Average visibility in January
Wakkanai, Japan
- Average visibility in January: 7km
The months with the highest visibility are September and October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and December (7km).
Wakkanai, Japan
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