Ittoqqortoormiit weather in January (Greenland)

Curious about the January weather in Ittoqqortoormiit? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In January, Ittoqqortoormiit generally has low temperatures and high snow/rainfall. January is a winter month. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 3°C, while night temperatures can drop to -1°C. It is a very cold month, so be prepared and make sure to dress up warm. It's always better to be prepared than to find oneself shivering in the cold.

Ittoqqortoormiit in January usually receives high snow/rainfall, averaging around 103 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around of snow/rain.

The area sees fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 1 hour of sunshine. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer cooler, overcast conditions over bright sunny days.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Ittoqqortoormiit. July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Ittoqqortoormiit, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -1°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 3°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature -1°C  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 103 mm  
HumidityHumidity 77%  
WindspeedWindspeed 4 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 1 hour  
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 Ittoqqortoormiit in January?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature. With a water temperature of around -1°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

What To Do

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

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
3/10
Walking
3/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
3/10

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