January weather forecast
Olonkin City, Svalbard and Jan Mayen

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Weather in January

January in Olonkin City is characterized by a peak in rainfall, totaling 76mm (2.99") spread across 20 days. The temperature hovers solidly in the sub-zero territory, a biting cold that is consistent from day to night. The city is swathed in near perpetual darkness, as daylight reaches only a short one hour, alongside zero hours of sunshine throughout the month. The absence of sunlight impacts the UV index, which plummets to zero during this period. February brings only a slight relief, with a decrease in rainfall and ever-so-slightly longer daylight hours.

Temperature

Temperatures reach their minimum during January through March, recording an average high-temperature of -5°C (23°F).

Rainfall

In Olonkin City, Svalbard and Jan Mayen, in January, during 20 rainfall days, 76mm (2.99") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 205 rainfall days, and 797mm (31.38") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

January through April, with an average sea temperature of 1°C (33.8°F), are months with the coldest seawater in Olonkin City.
Note: In swimming undertakings, this is deemed life-threatening and highly risky. The cold water induces intense discomfort and leads to swift hyperventilation. A specialized swimsuit is indispensable to decrease thermal injuries.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 0h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 01:00 and sunset at 01:00. On the last day of January, in Olonkin City, Svalbard and Jan Mayen, sunrise is at 11:45 and sunset at 15:50 CET.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Olonkin City are January, November and December, with an average of 0h of sunshine.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 0, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 0 during January leads to these advisories:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Olonkin City?

Olonkin City's temperatures tend to hit their minimum during January through March, with an average high-temperature of -5°C (23°F).

How cold is it in Olonkin City in January?

In Olonkin City, -5°C (23°F) is the average high-temperature and -10°C (14°F) is the average low-temperature during January.

How much does it rain in Olonkin City in January?

In Olonkin City, in January, during 20 rainfall days, 76mm (2.99") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What months are the sea coldest in Olonkin City?

The months with the coldest seawater in Olonkin City are January through April, with an average sea temperature of 1°C (33.8°F).

What is the sea temperature in January in Olonkin City?

In Olonkin City, the average seawater temperature in January is 1°C (33.8°F). For swimming, this is considered very dangerous and immediately life-threatening. Total loss of breathing control instantly occurs, and clear thinking becomes almost impossible. A specialized swimsuit is obligatory to minimize thermal loss.

How many hours of daylight does Olonkin City have in January?

In January, the average day length is 0h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Olonkin City?

On the first day of January in Olonkin City, sunrise is at 01:00 and sunset at 01:00. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 11:45 and sunset at 15:50 CET.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Olonkin City?

The months with the least sunshine are January, November and December, with an average of 0h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Olonkin City have in January?

In Olonkin City, the average sunshine duration in January is 0h.

When is the lowest UV index in Olonkin City?

The months with the lowest UV index in Olonkin City are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 0.

How high is the UV index in January in Olonkin City?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Olonkin City is 0. 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 rainfall days
Average daylight
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Average temperature in January
Olonkin City, Svalbard and Jan Mayen

Average temperature in January - Olonkin City, Svalbard and Jan Mayen
  • Average high temperature in January: -5°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (5°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January, February and March (-5°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: -10°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (-11°C).

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Average rainfall in January
Olonkin City, Svalbard and Jan Mayen

Average rainfall in January - Olonkin City, Svalbard and Jan Mayen
  • Average rainfall in January: 76mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (92mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (41mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Olonkin City, Svalbard and Jan Mayen

Average rainfall days in January - Olonkin City, Svalbard and Jan Mayen
  • Average rainfall days in January: 20 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are January, October, November and December (20 days).
The months with the least rainy days are May and June (13 days).

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Average sea temperature in January
Olonkin City, Svalbard and Jan Mayen

Average sea temperature in January - Olonkin City, Svalbard and Jan Mayen
  • Average sea temperature in January: 1°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (7°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January, February, March and April (1°C).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Olonkin City, Svalbard and Jan Mayen

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Olonkin City, Svalbard and Jan Mayen
  • Average daylight in January: 1h and 0min

The month with the longest days is August (Average daylight: 18h and 42min).
The months with the shortest days are June and December (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 0h

The months with the most sunshine are May and June (Average sunshine: 5h).
The months with the least sunshine are January, November and December (Average sunshine: 0h).

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Average UV index in January
Olonkin City, Svalbard and Jan Mayen

Average UV index in January - Olonkin City, Svalbard and Jan Mayen
  • Average UV index in January: 0

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 0).

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Olonkin City, Svalbard and Jan Mayen

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