Weather in Spitzbergen und Jan Mayen in Januar
Country-wide climate normals across 5 cities in Spitzbergen und Jan Mayen.
How Hot Is Spitzbergen und Jan Mayen in Januar?
Spitzbergen und Jan Mayen's small size means the cold is shared evenly: January averages -10°C in Longyearbyen, with little spread elsewhere.
Sunshine in Spitzbergen und Jan Mayen in Januar
Limited sunshine and short daylight define Spitzbergen und Jan Mayen's January: Longyearbyen averages just 2.8h of direct sun, with the sun up between sunrise and sunset. The grey, overcast pattern is consistent across most of the country, with little regional variation in cloud cover.
Does It Rain In Spitzbergen und Jan Mayen In Januar?
Most regions of Spitzbergen und Jan Mayen stay dry in January — Longyearbyen averages 39mm across 9 days, with even less rainfall in arid regions. Showers come and go, but long dry stretches between them dominate the calendar. Coastal regions may see slightly more than the inland average, but the overall pattern is reliably dry.
Is Spitzbergen und Jan Mayen Humid In Januar?
Heavy oppressive humidity covers Spitzbergen und Jan Mayen in January: 87% on average in Longyearbyen, and similar saturating conditions exist nationwide. The air feels thick and heavy from sunrise to sundown, with little overnight respite. Coastal and tropical regions feel especially stifling.
Wind In Spitzbergen und Jan Mayen In Januar
Spitzbergen und Jan Mayen's January has gentle wind — Longyearbyen averages 16 kph, and the country tracks similarly. Outdoor activity is comfortable, and afternoon thermals add a pleasant breeze in inland areas.
Does It Snow In Spitzbergen und Jan Mayen In Januar?
Spitzbergen und Jan Mayen's January brings reliable snow: Longyearbyen averages 4.0 days of snowfall, and the pattern is similar or heavier across the colder regions. Winter conditions dominate most of the country, with sustained snow cover in northern and mountain areas.
Cloud Cover In Spitzbergen und Jan Mayen In Januar
Cloudy skies dominate Spitzbergen und Jan Mayen in January — 71% cover in Longyearbyen, with similar overcast conditions in most regions. Direct sun is patchy and broken; expect grey stretches between brief bright moments. Coastal areas may be heavier than inland.