January weather forecast
Herstal, Belgium

January

Weather in January

Shifts in the weather begin in Herstal, Belgium, with the arrival of January. The weather contrasts with December as there is a decrease in snowfall from 30mm (1.18") to 50mm (1.97") and one of the highest relative humidity averages for the year at 88%. The region's January landscape is often shrouded in a thick blanket of white, as the temperatures stay marginally above the freezing point. The city skies are usually covered, receiving only about 3.9 hours of sunshine on average. This winter period carries a distinct tranquillity, marked by the hushed quiet of snow-covered streets and the softened sounds of city life.

Temperature

January, recording an average high temperature of 4.1°C (39.4°F) and a low temperature of -0.3°C (31.5°F), is Herstal's coldest month.

Humidity

In Herstal, Belgium, the average relative humidity in January is 88%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 15.7 days. Throughout January, 45mm (1.77") of precipitation is accumulated. In Herstal, during the entire year, the rain falls for 193.2 days and collects up to 544mm (21.42") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 5.8 days and accumulates 50mm (1.97") of snow.

Daylight

In Herstal, the average length of the day in January is 8h and 34min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:38 and sunset at 16:42. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 08:14 and sunset at 17:26 CET.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 3.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in January converts into the following recommendations:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.

Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?
Herstal's coldest weather arrives in January, when temperatures average a high of 4.1°C (39.4°F) and a low of -0.3°C (31.5°F).
How cold does it get in January?
In Herstal, 4.1°C (39.4°F) is the average high-temperature and -0.3°C (31.5°F) is the average low-temperature during January.
What is the average humidity in January?
In January, the average relative humidity is 88%.
How much does it rain in January?
In Herstal, in January, it is raining for 15.7 days, with typically 45mm (1.77") of accumulated precipitation.
When does it snow the most?
The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 5.8 days and typically aggregates up to 50mm (1.97") of snow.
How many days does it snow in January?
In Herstal, during January, snow falls for 5.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 50mm (1.97") of snow.
How many hours of daylight does Herstal have in January?
The average day length in January is 8h and 34min.
When are sunrise and sunset in January in Herstal?
In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:38 and sunset at 16:42. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:14 and sunset at 17:26 CET.
How long on average sun shines in January in Herstal?
In January, the average sunshine duration is 3.9h.
What is the month with the lowest UV index?
The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.
What is the UV index intensity in January?
The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
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Average humidity
Average rainfall
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Average snowfall
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in January - Herstal, Belgium
Average temperature in January
Herstal, Belgium
  • Average high temperature in January: 4.1°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (22.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (4.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: -0.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (12.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-0.3°C).

Average pressure in January - Herstal, Belgium
Average pressure in January
Herstal, Belgium
  • Average pressure in January: 1016.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1017.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1013.1mbar).

Average wind speed in January - Herstal, Belgium
Average wind speed in January
Herstal, Belgium
  • Average wind speed in January: 16.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (17km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.5km/h).

Average humidity in January - Herstal, Belgium
Average humidity in January
Herstal, Belgium
  • Average humidity in January: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and August (77%).

Average rainfall in January - Herstal, Belgium
Average rainfall in January
Herstal, Belgium
  • Average rainfall in January: 45mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (58mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (26mm).

Average rainfall days in January - Herstal, Belgium
Average rainfall days in January
Herstal, Belgium
  • Average rainfall days in January: 15.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (12.7 days).

Average snowfall in January - Herstal, Belgium
Average snowfall in January
Herstal, Belgium
  • Average snowfall in January: 50mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (50mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in January - Herstal, Belgium
Average snowfall days in January
Herstal, Belgium
  • Average snowfall days in January: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.8 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 - Herstal, Belgium
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Herstal, Belgium
  • Average daylight in January: 8h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January - Herstal, Belgium
Average sunshine days in January
Herstal, Belgium
  • Average sunshine days in January: 10.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (14.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.3 days).

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

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

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in January - Herstal, Belgium
Average visibility in January
Herstal, Belgium
  • Average visibility in January: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July and August (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, September, October, November and December (8km).

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