January weather - Winter 2024 - Banja Luka, Bosnia and Herzegovina

Weather in January
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Average pressure in January
Average wind speed in January
Average humidity in January
Average rainfall in January
Average rainfall days in January
Average snowfall in January
Average snowfall days in January
Average daylight in January
Average sunshine in January
Average sunshine days in January
Average UV index in January
Average cloud cover in January
Average visibility in January

The Iconic Christ the Saviour Orthodox Cathedral in Banja Luka, Bosnia and Herzegovina

Weather in January

January weather in Banja Luka, Bosnia and Herzegovina is characterized by its cold winter temperatures and significant snowfall. Peak snowfall is observed in this month with a high of 213mm (8.39"), which also corresponds with snow falling on an average of 10.2 days throughout the month. The chilly start to the year often leaves the locale coated in a beautiful white blanket, causing icy conditions that make metres and layers crucial. Daylight hours are shortest in January, leading to crisp, short days, and longer, colder nights. The quiet winter ambiance can make this month a serene time in the city, despite the cold.

Temperature

January tends to be the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a daily high of 3.8°C (38.8°F) and a low of -2.6°C (27.3°F).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 87%, January is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In Banja Luka, Bosnia and Herzegovina, in January, during 9.8 rainfall days, 45mm (1.77") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Banja Luka, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.5 days and collects up to 664mm (26.14") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Banja Luka. January is the month with the most snowfall in Banja Luka. Snow falls for 10.2 days and accumulates 213mm (8.39") of snow.

Daylight

In Banja Luka, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 15min.
On the first day of January in Banja Luka, sunrise is at 07:28 and sunset at 16:20. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:11 and sunset at 16:57 CET.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 4.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Banja Luka are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during January leads to these instructions:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Banja Luka?

With an average high-temperature of 3.8°C (38.8°F) and an average low-temperature of -2.6°C (27.3°F), January is the coldest month.

How cold is it in Banja Luka in January?

January temperatures in Banja Luka vary between a high-temperature of 3.8°C (38.8°F) and a low-temperature of -2.6°C (27.3°F).

What is the most humid month in Banja Luka?

With an average relative humidity of 87%, January is the most humid month in Banja Luka.

What is the average humidity in January in Banja Luka?

In January, the average relative humidity is 87%.

How many days does it rain in January in Banja Luka?

In Banja Luka, in January, it is raining for 9.8 days, with typically 45mm (1.77") of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Banja Luka?

January is the month with the most snowfall in Banja Luka, Bosnia and Herzegovina. Snow falls for 10.2 days and accumulates 213mm (8.39") of snow.

How many days does it snow in January in Banja Luka?

In January, in Banja Luka, Bosnia and Herzegovina, it is snowing for 10.2 days. Throughout January, 213mm (8.39") of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January in Banja Luka?

In January, the average day length in Banja Luka, Bosnia and Herzegovina, is 9h and 15min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Banja Luka?

On the first day of January in Banja Luka, Bosnia and Herzegovina, sunrise is at 07:28 and sunset at 16:20. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:11 and sunset at 16:57 CET.

How long on average sun shines in January in Banja Luka?

The average sunshine duration in January is 4.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Banja Luka?

The months with the lowest UV index in Banja Luka, Bosnia and Herzegovina, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in January in Banja Luka?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Banja Luka, Bosnia and Herzegovina, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

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Year January F M A M J J A S O N D

Dec

January

Feb

Average high temperature

5.5°C 41.9°F

3.8°C 38.8°F

5.3°C 41.5°F

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

7.4km/h 4.6mph

7.3km/h 4.5mph

8.2km/h 5.1mph

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

15.1

13.7

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Banja Luka, Bosnia and Herzegovina

Average high temperature in January: 3.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (27.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (3.8°C).

Average low temperature in January: -2.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (13.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-2.6°C).

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Average pressure in January
Banja Luka, Bosnia and Herzegovina

Average pressure in January: 1018.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1020.4mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are May, June and July (1014.6mbar).

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Average wind speed in January
Banja Luka, Bosnia and Herzegovina

Average wind speed in January: 6.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (6.1km/h).

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Average humidity in January
Banja Luka, Bosnia and Herzegovina

Average humidity in January: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (67%).

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Average rainfall in January
Banja Luka, Bosnia and Herzegovina

Average rainfall in January: 45mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (102mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (38mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Banja Luka, Bosnia and Herzegovina

Average rainfall days in January: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.8 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Banja Luka, Bosnia and Herzegovina

Average snowfall in January: 213mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (213mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in January
Banja Luka, Bosnia and Herzegovina

Average snowfall days in January: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Banja Luka, Bosnia and Herzegovina

Average daylight in January: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

Average sunshine in January: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Banja Luka, Bosnia and Herzegovina

Average sunshine days in January: 13.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9 days).

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Average UV index in January
Banja Luka, Bosnia and Herzegovina

Average UV index in January: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in January
Banja Luka, Bosnia and Herzegovina

Average cloud cover in January: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 23).

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Average visibility in January
Banja Luka, Bosnia and Herzegovina

Average visibility in January: 7km

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (7km).

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January weather forecast
Banja Luka, Bosnia and Herzegovina

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