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Sisimiut weather in January (Greenland)

Looking to travel to Sisimiut in January? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In January, Sisimiut typically experiences very low temperatures and moderate snowfall. January is a winter month. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around -11°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate -16°C. It's a notably cold month; make sure to wear layers to stay warm. It's wiser to gear up in advance than to be caught off-guard, trembling in the cold.

Sisimiut in January usually receives moderate snowfall, averaging around 53 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 11 days of the month will see snowfall.

The area sees fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 5 hours of sunshine. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer cooler, overcast conditions over bright sunny days.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Sisimiut climate page with graphs.

 

Sisimiut, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -16°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature -11°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 38%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 53 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 11 days  
HumidityHumidity 81%  
WindspeedWindspeed 7 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 5 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Greenland in January

Find out more about the weather in Greenland in January and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Sisimiut in January?

Visitors traveling to Sisimiut should plan on bringing winter clothes, snow boots and a warm winter coat. There will be periods of snow.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in January.

Swimming
1/10
Cycling
1/10
Walking
1/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
1/10

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