Ilulissat weather in January (Greenland)
Planning a trip to Ilulissat in January? This guide provides all the details you need.
In January, Ilulissat typically experiences very low temperatures and low snowfall. January falls within the winter season. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around -12°C. But by evening, they drop to around -19°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.
Ilulissat in January usually receives low snowfall, averaging around 19 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 8 days of snow.
If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Ilulissat. June and July typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Ilulissat climate page with graphs.
Ilulissat, monthly averages in January
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.
So, what should you wear in Ilulissat in January?
Visitors traveling to Ilulissat 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.
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