January weather forecast
Stromness, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands

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Weather in January

The chilly winds of January set the tone in Stromness, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands. Showers are frequent this month, making it a damp start to the year. The sunlight is at a yearly low, making for shorter days and longer nights. Snow is plentiful and blanketing the landscape, with 208mm (8.19") snowfall recorded in previous years. Relatively high humidity levels contribute to the chilly sensation, ideal for those looking for a winter escape.

Temperature

During January, Stromness records an average high-temperature of a still icy 2.6°C (36.7°F), marking a slight divergence from December's 1.9°C (35.4°F). Stromness's January nights exhibit a subtle drop in temperature, averaging at a still icy 0.5°C (32.9°F), closely aligned with the daytime highs.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 91%.

Rainfall

In Stromness, during January, the rain falls for 20.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 112mm (4.41") of precipitation. In Stromness, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands, during the entire year, the rain falls for 168.8 days and collects up to 1190mm (46.85") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through December are months with snowfall in Stromness. In January, in Stromness, it is snowing for 15.7 days. Throughout January, 208mm (8.19") of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 193 snowfall days, and 3130mm (123.23") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Stromness is 16h and 26min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 03:58 and sunset at 21:02. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 04:50 and sunset at 20:29 -02.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January in Stromness is 4.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. The months with the lowest UV index in Stromness are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 1 during January leads to these advisories:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is January in Stromness?

In January, in Stromness, the average high-temperature is 2.6°C (36.7°F), and the average low-temperature is 0.5°C (32.9°F).

What is the most humid month in Stromness?

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 91%.

What is the average humidity in January in Stromness?

In Stromness, the average relative humidity in January is 91%.

How much does it rain in Stromness in January?

In Stromness, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands, in January, during 20.4 rainfall days, 112mm (4.41") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Stromness?

In Stromness, in January, during 15.7 snowfall days, 208mm (8.19") of snow is typically accumulated.

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

In Stromness, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands, the average day length in January is 16h and 26min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Stromness?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 03:58 and sunset at 21:02. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 04:50 and sunset at 20:29 -02.

How many hours of sunshine does Stromness have in January?

In Stromness, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands, the average sunshine duration in January is 4.7h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Stromness?

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the highest UV index in Stromness.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Stromness?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in January in Stromness?

In Stromness, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Stromness, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands

Average temperature in January - Stromness, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
  • Average high temperature in January: 2.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (3.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (-1.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 0.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (-4.9°C).

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Average pressure in January
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Average pressure in January - Stromness, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
  • Average pressure in January: 994.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1002.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (992.9mbar).

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Average wind speed in January
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Average wind speed in January - Stromness, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
  • Average wind speed in January: 23.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (25.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (23.5km/h).

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Average humidity in January
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Average humidity in January - Stromness, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
  • Average humidity in January: 91%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (91%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (87%).

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Average rainfall in January
Stromness, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands

Average rainfall in January - Stromness, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
  • Average rainfall in January: 112mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (114mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (82mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
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Average rainfall days in January - Stromness, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
  • Average rainfall days in January: 20.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (20.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (7.8 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Stromness, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands

Average snowfall in January - Stromness, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
  • Average snowfall in January: 208mm

The month with the highest snowfall is August (421mm).
The month with the least snowfall is March (125mm).

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Average snowfall days in January
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Average snowfall days in January - Stromness, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
  • Average snowfall days in January: 15.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is August (19 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is February (11.7 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Stromness, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Stromness, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
  • Average daylight in January: 16h and 2min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 17h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 7h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in January
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Average sunshine days in January - Stromness, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
  • Average sunshine days in January: 1.1 days

The months with the most sunshine days are September and November (4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (1.1 days).

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Average UV index in January
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Average UV index in January - Stromness, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
  • Average UV index in January: 1

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 1).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in January
Stromness, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands

Average cloud cover in January - Stromness, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
  • Average cloud cover in January: 73

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 66).

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Average visibility in January
Stromness, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands

Average visibility in January - Stromness, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
  • Average visibility in January: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December (8km).
The months with the lowest visibility are July, August and September (7km).

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