January weather forecastAbisko, Sweden
January
Weather in January
January in Abisko is characterized by frigid conditions, the chilliest month of the year, with temperatures typically ranging from -15.7°C (3.7°F) to -10.2°C (13.6°F). Climatic patterns evidently display a high level of precipitation with substantial snowfall creating scenic landscapes. Despite the cold, there is an increased humidity creating a sense of dampness in the air. Daylight hours remain scant, reinforcing the winter ambiance. The sun shines for around six or seven days only, offering limited warmth and rendering January a cold and challenging month.Temperature
Abisko's coldest month, January, registers temperatures that range from a high of -10.2°C (13.6°F) to a low of -15.7°C (3.7°F).Humidity
In January, the average relative humidity is 92%.Rainfall
In Abisko, Sweden, in January, it is raining for 7.2 days, with typically 67mm (2.64") of accumulated precipitation. In Abisko, during the entire year, the rain falls for 126.1 days and collects up to 760mm (29.92") of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through December. In Abisko, in January, snow falls for 22.6 days, with typically accumulated 420mm (16.54") of snow. Throughout the year, in Abisko, there are 219.8 snowfall days, and 3856mm (151.81") of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in January is 2h and 52min.On the first day of January, sunrise is at 01:00 and sunset at 01:00. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 09:12 and sunset at 14:43 CET.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in January is 1.2h.UV index
January through May, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Abisko. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: A maximum UV index of 1 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Abisko, Sweden
- Average high temperature in January: -10.2°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (12.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-10.2°C).
- Average low temperature in January: -15.7°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (6.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-15.8°C).
Average pressure in January
Abisko, Sweden
- Average pressure in January: 1006.8mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1014.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1002.5mbar).
Average wind speed in January
Abisko, Sweden
- Average wind speed in January: 12.7km/h
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (12.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.2km/h).
Average humidity in January
Abisko, Sweden
- Average humidity in January: 92%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (94%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (79%).
Average rainfall in January
Abisko, Sweden
- Average rainfall in January: 67mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (87mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (46mm).
Average rainfall days in January
Abisko, Sweden
- Average rainfall days in January: 7.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.3 days).
Average snowfall in January
Abisko, Sweden
- Average snowfall in January: 420mm
The month with the highest snowfall is December (489mm).
The month with the least snowfall is July (31mm).
Average snowfall days in January
Abisko, Sweden
- Average snowfall days in January: 22.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (25.8 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (2.3 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Abisko, Sweden
- Average daylight in January: 2h and 54min
The month with the longest days is August (Average daylight: 17h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in January: 1h and 12min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 8h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 0h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in January
Abisko, Sweden
- Average sunshine days in January: 8.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (8.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (4.8 days).
Average UV index in January
Abisko, Sweden
- Average UV index in January: 1
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in January
Abisko, Sweden
- Average cloud cover in January: 67
The month with the most cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 76).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 60).
Average visibility in January
Abisko, Sweden
- Average visibility in January: 6km
The month with the highest visibility is July (9km).
The month with the lowest visibility is May (5km).
