January weather forecast
Skagen, Denmark

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Weather in January

January's weather in Skagen, Denmark marks the commencement of the year with the city caught in winter's grip. The temperatures dip as low as 1.7°C (35.1°F) after the sun sets while during the daytime, they peak at an average of 3.3°C (37.9°F). Snowfall is common this month with snow falling for about five days in the month and often accumulating up to as much as 9mm (0.35"). The seawater is chilly while the cloud cover shrouds the Nordic sun which has a brief appearance of roughly 7.4 hours per day. Winds are known to gust this time of year reaching 42.8km/h (26.6mph).

Temperature

Skagen, Denmark, experiences an average high-temperature of a still icy 3.3°C (37.9°F) in January, marking an insignificant shift from 5.4°C (41.7°F) in December. January registers an average low temperature of 1.7°C (35.1°F), subtly lower than the daytime maximum.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity in Skagen is 82%.

Rainfall

In January, in Skagen, the rain falls for 9.1 days. Throughout January, 13mm (0.51") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 129.5 rainfall days, and 213mm (8.39") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Skagen, Denmark. In Skagen, during January, snow falls for 5.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 9mm (0.35") of snow. Throughout the year, in Skagen, there are 18.2 snowfall days, and 33mm (1.3") of snow is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Skagen, Denmark, the average seawater temperature in January is 4.2°C (39.6°F).
Note: In swimming, this condition is considered life-threatening and perilous. The painful sensation of cold water leads to immediate hyperventilation. Utilizing a specialized swimsuit is critical to reduce thermal injury.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 7h and 23min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 09:00 and sunset at 15:41. On the last day of January, in Skagen, sunrise is at 08:22 and sunset at 16:39 CET.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 3.6h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, 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 average individuals.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Skagen in January?

In Skagen, 3.3°C (37.9°F) is the average high-temperature and 1.7°C (35.1°F) is the average low-temperature during January.

What is the average humidity in January in Skagen?

The average relative humidity in January in Skagen, Denmark, is 82%.

How many days does it rain in January in Skagen?

In Skagen, during January, the rain falls for 9.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 13mm (0.51") of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Skagen in January?

In January, it is snowing for 5.3 days. Throughout January, 9mm (0.35") of snow is accumulated.

What is the sea temperature in January in Skagen?

In Skagen, the average seawater temperature in January is 4.2°C (39.6°F). For swimming, this is considered life-threatening and very dangerous. The water feels painfully cold, and hyperventilation quickly occurs. A specialized swimsuit is mandatory to reduce thermal damage.

What is the average length of the day in January in Skagen?

In January, the average day length is 7h and 23min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Skagen?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 09:00 and sunset at 15:41. On the last day of the month, in Skagen, Denmark, sunrise is at 08:22 and sunset at 16:39 CET.

How many hours of sunshine does Skagen have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January in Skagen is 3.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Skagen?

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Skagen.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Skagen?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Skagen, Denmark

Average temperature in January - Skagen, Denmark
  • Average high temperature in January: 3.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (17.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (2.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 1.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (15.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (0.7°C).

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Average pressure in January
Skagen, Denmark

Average pressure in January - Skagen, Denmark
  • Average pressure in January: 1011mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is April (1014.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1008.5mbar).

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Average wind speed in January
Skagen, Denmark

Average wind speed in January - Skagen, Denmark
  • Average wind speed in January: 29.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (30.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (21.1km/h).

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Average humidity in January
Skagen, Denmark

Average humidity in January - Skagen, Denmark
  • Average humidity in January: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May and June (76%).

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Average rainfall in January
Skagen, Denmark

Average rainfall in January - Skagen, Denmark
  • Average rainfall in January: 13mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (30mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (10mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Skagen, Denmark

Average rainfall days in January - Skagen, Denmark
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Skagen, Denmark

Average snowfall in January - Skagen, Denmark
  • Average snowfall in January: 9mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (10mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in January
Skagen, Denmark

Average snowfall days in January - Skagen, Denmark
  • Average snowfall days in January: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in January
Skagen, Denmark

Average sea temperature in January - Skagen, Denmark
  • Average sea temperature in January: 4.2°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (18.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (3.1°C).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Skagen, Denmark

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Skagen, Denmark
  • Average daylight in January: 7h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Skagen, Denmark

Average sunshine days in January - Skagen, Denmark
  • Average sunshine days in January: 14.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (11.8 days).

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Average UV index in January
Skagen, Denmark

Average UV index in January - Skagen, Denmark
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in January
Skagen, Denmark

Average cloud cover in January - Skagen, Denmark
  • Average cloud cover in January: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 64).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in January
Skagen, Denmark

Average visibility in January - Skagen, Denmark
  • Average visibility in January: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (9km).

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