January weather forecast
Liège, Belgium

January in Liège, Belgium, brings a chill to the air. Temperatures can plunge to as low as -2°C (28.4°F), with a high reaching about 3°C (37.4°F). Daylight is limited, and rainfall is common, making outdoor activities tricky. The city experiences its lowest sunshine hours and UV index during this time, highlighting a general absence of clear skies. A coat and umbrella are must-haves when stepping out in Liège in January.

Temperature

With its high average temperature of 3°C (37.4°F) and a low of -2°C (28.4°F), January is regarded as the coldest month in Liège, Belgium.

Rainfall

January and April are months with the least rain in Liège when the rain falls for 19 days and typically aggregates up to 36mm (1.42") of rain.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 8h and 34min.
On the first day of January in Liège, sunrise is at 08:38 and sunset at 16:43. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:15 and sunset at 17:27 CET.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 1h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Liège, Belgium.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 1 transforms into these recommendations:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.