January weather forecast
Blankenberge, Belgium

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Weather in January

With a noticeable chill in the air, Blankenberge, Belgium, welcomes the New Year with lower temperatures and a climate that calls for thick coats and scarves. January displays high winds, with gusts often hitting 35.7km/h (22.2mph), making this month the windiest period of the year. This combined with the high relative humidity paints a picture of an eerily beautiful seaside town shrouded in mist and sea spray. Snow isn't uncommon during this time, giving citizens enough reason to stay cozy indoors. When the sun does come out, however, it offers a delicate warmth that contrasts well against the cold, crisp air.

Temperature

The coldest period in Blankenberge tends to be January, when average temperatures fluctuate between a high of 6.2°C (43.2°F) and a low of 2.8°C (37°F).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Blankenberge are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 85%.

Rainfall

In Blankenberge, in January, it is raining for 17.2 days, with typically 48mm (1.89") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Blankenberge, there are 190.7 rainfall days, and 500mm (19.69") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Blankenberge. January is the month with the most snowfall in Blankenberge. Snow falls for 2.8 days and accumulates 27mm (1.06") of snow.

Sea temperature

In January, the average sea temperature in Blankenberge, Belgium, is 7.3°C (45.1°F).
Note: Diving into 7.3°C (45.1°F) when it's under 10°C (50°F) can cause immediate cold shock symptoms, marked by hyperventilation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Blankenberge is 8h and 28min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:52 and sunset at 16:49. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 08:27 and sunset at 17:34 CET.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In January, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Blankenberge?

Temperature readings reach their annual highs in January, averaging 6.2°C (43.2°F) and a minimum average of 2.8°C (37°F).

Is it cold in Blankenberge during January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Blankenberge, is 6.2°C (43.2°F), while the low-temperature averages to 2.8°C (37°F).

What is the most humid month in Blankenberge?

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 85%, are most humid months in Blankenberge.

What is the average humidity in January in Blankenberge?

In January, the average relative humidity is 85%.

How many days does it rain in January in Blankenberge?

In January, in Blankenberge, Belgium, the rain falls for 17.2 days. Throughout January, 48mm (1.89") of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Blankenberge?

The month with the most snowfall in Blankenberge, Belgium, is January, when snow falls for 2.8 days and typically aggregates up to 27mm (1.06") of snow.

How many days does it snow in January in Blankenberge?

In Blankenberge, in January, during 2.8 snowfall days, 27mm (1.06") of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the sea water temperature in January in Blankenberge?

In Blankenberge, the average seawater temperature in January is 7.3°C (45.1°F). Swimming in 7.3°C (45.1°F) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 13°C (55.4°F) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 10°C (50°F) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

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

The average day length in January in Blankenberge, Belgium, is 8h and 28min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Blankenberge?

On the first day of January in Blankenberge, sunrise is at 08:52 and sunset at 16:49. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:27 and sunset at 17:34 CET.

How long on average sun shines in January in Blankenberge?

The average sunshine duration in January in Blankenberge, Belgium, is 4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Blankenberge?

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

What is the UV index reading in January in Blankenberge?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Blankenberge, Belgium, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Blankenberge, Belgium

Average temperature in January - Blankenberge, Belgium
  • Average high temperature in January: 6.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (21.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (6.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 2.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (15.1°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (2.8°C).

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Average pressure in January
Blankenberge, Belgium

Average pressure in January - Blankenberge, Belgium
  • Average pressure in January: 1015.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1017.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011.7mbar).

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Average wind speed in January
Blankenberge, Belgium

Average wind speed in January - Blankenberge, Belgium
  • Average wind speed in January: 21.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (22.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (15.3km/h).

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Average humidity in January
Blankenberge, Belgium

Average humidity in January - Blankenberge, Belgium
  • Average humidity in January: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (76%).

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Average rainfall in January
Blankenberge, Belgium

Average rainfall in January - Blankenberge, Belgium
  • Average rainfall in January: 48mm

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are August and December (56mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (20mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Blankenberge, Belgium

Average rainfall days in January - Blankenberge, Belgium
  • Average rainfall days in January: 17.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (12.1 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Blankenberge, Belgium

Average snowfall in January - Blankenberge, Belgium
  • Average snowfall in January: 27mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (27mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in January
Blankenberge, Belgium

Average snowfall days in January - Blankenberge, Belgium
  • Average snowfall days in January: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.3 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
Blankenberge, Belgium

Average sea temperature in January - Blankenberge, Belgium
  • Average sea temperature in January: 7.3°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (18.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (7.1°C).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Blankenberge, Belgium

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Blankenberge, Belgium
  • Average daylight in January: 8h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Blankenberge, Belgium

Average sunshine days in January - Blankenberge, Belgium
  • Average sunshine days in January: 9.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (15.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (7 days).

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Average UV index in January
Blankenberge, Belgium

Average UV index in January - Blankenberge, Belgium
  • 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).

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Average cloud cover in January
Blankenberge, Belgium

Average cloud cover in January - Blankenberge, Belgium
  • Average cloud cover in January: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are April and August (Cloud cover 38).

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Average visibility in January
Blankenberge, Belgium

Average visibility in January - Blankenberge, Belgium
  • Average visibility in January: 9km

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

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