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
January
Weather in January
Temperature
Gangneung's January weather, with an average high temperature of 1°C (33.8°F) and an average low temperature of -4.6°C (23.7°F), tends to be the coldest of the year.Humidity
The months with the lowest humidity in Gangneung are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 62%.Rainfall
In Gangneung, during January, the rain falls for 5.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 26mm (1.02") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Gangneung, there are 127 rainfall days, and 755mm (29.72") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Gangneung are January through April, November and December. In Gangneung, South Korea, during January, snow falls for 4.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 68mm (2.68") of snow. Throughout the year, in Gangneung, there are 17.1 snowfall days, and 248mm (9.76") of snow is accumulated.Sea temperature
In Gangneung, in January, the average water temperature is 10.5°C (50.9°F).Note: Immersing oneself in 10.5°C (50.9°F) at sub-10°C (14°F) temperatures is a recipe for harsh cold shock and quickened breathing unless adequately equipped.
Daylight
In Gangneung, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 53min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:39 and sunset at 17:15. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 07:29 and sunset at 17:45 KST.
Sunshine
In Gangneung, South Korea, the average sunshine in January is 6.4h.UV index
January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Gangneung. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in January leads to these guidelines:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the coldest months in Gangneung?
How cold is January in Gangneung?
What are the least humid months in Gangneung?
What is the average humidity in January in Gangneung?
How many days does it rain in January in Gangneung?
How many days does it snow in January in Gangneung?
What is the water temperature in January in Gangneung?
What is the average length of the day in January in Gangneung?
When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Gangneung?
How long on average sun shines in January in Gangneung?
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Gangneung?
How high is the UV index in January in Gangneung?
Average temperature in January
Gangneung, South Korea
- Average high temperature in January: 1°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (25.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (1°C).
- Average low temperature in January: -4.6°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (20.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-4.6°C).
Average pressure in January
Gangneung, South Korea
- Average pressure in January: 1023.2mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1023.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1007.1mbar).
Average wind speed in January
Gangneung, South Korea
- Average wind speed in January: 15.8km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (16.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (9.5km/h).
Average humidity in January
Gangneung, South Korea
- Average humidity in January: 62%
The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and December (62%).
Average rainfall in January
Gangneung, South Korea
- Average rainfall in January: 26mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (148mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (23mm).
Average rainfall days in January
Gangneung, South Korea
- Average rainfall days in January: 5.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.8 days).
Average snowfall in January
Gangneung, South Korea
- Average snowfall in January: 68mm
The month with the highest snowfall is February (79mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).
Average snowfall days in January
Gangneung, South Korea
- Average snowfall days in January: 4.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in January
Gangneung, South Korea
- Average sea temperature in January: 10.5°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (24°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (8.4°C).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Gangneung, South Korea
- 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 36min).
- Average sunshine in January: 6h and 2min
The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in January
Gangneung, South Korea
- Average sunshine days in January: 22.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.1 days).
Average UV index in January
Gangneung, South Korea
- Average UV index in January: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in January
Gangneung, South Korea
- Average cloud cover in January: 25
The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 24).
Average visibility in January
Gangneung, South Korea
- Average visibility in January: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are July and August (9km).
