January weather forecast
Zoetermeer, Netherlands

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Weather in January

The weather in Zoetermeer kicks off the year with a characteristic winter chill. January sees the lowest of average low temperatures at 2.7°C (36.9°F) and snowfall recorded at 8mm (0.31") across the course of the month. Days are typically short with just 8.4 hours of daylight and, despite temperatures hovering near freezing, rainfall is not uncommon. The relative humidity for the month averages around a high 84%. The wind often picks up during January, with average speeds at 19.3km/h (12mph), setting the tone for an invigorating start of the year.

Temperature

January, on average, is the coldest month, registering a high temperature of 5.6°C (42.1°F) and a low of 2.7°C (36.9°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January in Zoetermeer is 84%.

Rainfall

In January, in Zoetermeer, the rain falls for 11 days. Throughout January, 17mm (0.67") of precipitation is accumulated. In Zoetermeer, during the entire year, the rain falls for 130.3 days and collects up to 205mm (8.07") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Zoetermeer, during January, snow falls for 2.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 8mm (0.31") of snow. Throughout the year, in Zoetermeer, there are 7.4 snowfall days, and 36mm (1.42") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 8h and 22min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:50 and sunset at 16:40. On the last day of January, in Zoetermeer, sunrise is at 08:24 and sunset at 17:26 CET.

Sunshine

In Zoetermeer, the average sunshine in January is 3.7h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Zoetermeer. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. 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. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jan 26, 2024 | Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us / Weather Forecasting / Data Sources

Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Zoetermeer?

Zoetermeer witnesses the coldest weather in January, with temperatures averaging a high of 5.6°C (42.1°F) and a low of 2.7°C (36.9°F).

How cold does it get in Zoetermeer in January?

In January, in Zoetermeer, the average high-temperature is 5.6°C (42.1°F), and the average low-temperature is 2.7°C (36.9°F).

What is the average humidity in January in Zoetermeer?

The average relative humidity in January in Zoetermeer, Netherlands, is 84%.

How many days does it rain in January in Zoetermeer?

In Zoetermeer, Netherlands, in January, during 11 rainfall days, 17mm (0.67") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Zoetermeer?

In Zoetermeer, Netherlands, during January, snow falls for 2.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 8mm (0.31") of snow.

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

The average day length in January in Zoetermeer, Netherlands, is 8h and 22min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Zoetermeer?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:50 and sunset at 16:40. On the last day of the month, in Zoetermeer, sunrise is at 08:24 and sunset at 17:26 CET.

How many hours of sunshine does Zoetermeer have in January?

In Zoetermeer, Netherlands, the average sunshine duration in January is 3.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Zoetermeer?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January in Zoetermeer?

In Zoetermeer, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Zoetermeer, Netherlands

Average temperature in January - Zoetermeer, Netherlands
  • Average high temperature in January: 5.6°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (22°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 2.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (15.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (2.3°C).

Average pressure in January
Zoetermeer, Netherlands

Average pressure in January - Zoetermeer, Netherlands
  • Average pressure in January: 1014.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1017mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011.4mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Zoetermeer, Netherlands

Average wind speed in January - Zoetermeer, Netherlands
  • Average wind speed in January: 19.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (20.2km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (13.6km/h).

Average humidity in January
Zoetermeer, Netherlands

Average humidity in January - Zoetermeer, Netherlands
  • Average humidity in January: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in January
Zoetermeer, Netherlands

Average rainfall in January - Zoetermeer, Netherlands
  • Average rainfall in January: 17mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (24mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (9mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Zoetermeer, Netherlands

Average rainfall days in January - Zoetermeer, Netherlands
  • Average rainfall days in January: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in January
Zoetermeer, Netherlands

Average snowfall in January - Zoetermeer, Netherlands
  • Average snowfall in January: 8mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (19mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in January
Zoetermeer, Netherlands

Average snowfall days in January - Zoetermeer, Netherlands
  • Average snowfall days in January: 2.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Zoetermeer, Netherlands

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Zoetermeer, Netherlands
  • Average daylight in January: 8h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Zoetermeer, Netherlands

Average sunshine days in January - Zoetermeer, Netherlands
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13 days).

Average UV index in January
Zoetermeer, Netherlands

Average UV index in January - Zoetermeer, Netherlands
  • Average UV index in January: 2

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

Average cloud cover in January
Zoetermeer, Netherlands

Average cloud cover in January - Zoetermeer, Netherlands
  • Average cloud cover in January: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in January
Zoetermeer, Netherlands

Average visibility in January - Zoetermeer, Netherlands
  • Average visibility in January: 9km

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

Zoetermeer, Netherlands

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