January weather forecast
Vaasa, Finland

January in Vaasa, Finland, is marked by its chilling temperatures. As one of the coldest months of the year, the mercury hovers from -12°C (10.4°F) to -5°C (23°F). Sunlight is a rare commodity, with the sun barely showing for a few hours. Despite the cold, rain is still a frequent visitor, often falling as snow. The sea waters, frozen in parts, feel the sharp chill too, making local outdoor activities an adventure.

Temperature

January and February are identified as the coldest months in Vaasa, with an average high-temperature of -5°C (23°F).

Rainfall

In Vaasa, in January, it is raining for 21 days, with typically 33mm (1.3") of accumulated precipitation. In Vaasa, Finland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 182 days and collects up to 493mm (19.41") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In January, the average sea temperature in Vaasa, Finland, is 0.2°C (32.4°F).
Note: In the realm of swimming, this state is extremely cold, treacherous, and life-threatening. Without properly insulated waterproof clothing, hypothermia develops almost immediately.

Daylight

In Vaasa, the average length of the day in January is 5h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 10:09 and sunset at 15:03. On the last day of January, in Vaasa, sunrise is at 09:10 and sunset at 16:23 EET.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 0h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Vaasa are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 0. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 0 in January translates into these instructions:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.