January weather forecastAlkmaar, Netherlands

January

Weather in January

January brings the coldest temperatures to Alkmaar, Netherlands, with averages varying from 3°C (37.4°F) to 5.6°C (42.1°F). There is a high probability of experiencing snowfall, distinguishing this month from the rest of the year. The days are shorter, with limited daylight duration, and people can expect frequent rainfall. Winds can reach a gusty 35.2km/h (21.9mph), making it the city's windiest month. Overall, the weather in January calls for warm clothing and a good windbreaker.

Temperature

With an average high-temperature of 5.6°C (42.1°F) and an average low-temperature of 3°C (37.4°F), January is the coldest month.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Alkmaar are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 84%.

Rainfall

In Alkmaar, during January, the rain falls for 13.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 36mm (1.42") of precipitation. In Alkmaar, during the entire year, the rain falls for 175.8 days and collects up to 509mm (20.04") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Alkmaar are January through March and December. In Alkmaar, during January, snow falls for 2.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 9mm (0.35") of snow. Throughout the year, in Alkmaar, Netherlands, there are 8 snowfall days, and 33mm (1.3") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Alkmaar is 8h and 17min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:52 and sunset at 16:36. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 08:25 and sunset at 17:23 CET.

Sunshine

In Alkmaar, 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 Alkmaar. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in January leads to these recommendations:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.

Frequently asked questions

January is Alkmaar's coldest month, registering average high temperatures of 5.6°C (42.1°F) and lows of 3°C (37.4°F).

The high-temperature, in January, in Alkmaar, records 5.6°C (42.1°F), while the low-temperature is 3°C (37.4°F).

The months with the highest humidity in Alkmaar, Netherlands, are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 84%.

In January, the average relative humidity is 84%.

In January, in Alkmaar, Netherlands, the rain falls for 13.2 days. Throughout January, 36mm (1.42") of precipitation is accumulated.

In January, in Alkmaar, Netherlands, it is snowing for 2.6 days. Throughout January, 9mm (0.35") of snow is accumulated.

In January, the average day length in Alkmaar is 8h and 17min.

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:52 and sunset at 16:36. On the last day of the month, in Alkmaar, sunrise is at 08:25 and sunset at 17:23 CET.

The average sunshine duration in January in Alkmaar, Netherlands, is 3.7h.

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

In Alkmaar, Netherlands, 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 Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Alkmaar, Netherlands

  • Average high temperature in January: 5.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (20.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (15.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (2.7°C).

Average pressure in January
Alkmaar, Netherlands

  • Average pressure in January: 1014.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1016.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011.1mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Alkmaar, Netherlands

  • Average wind speed in January: 22.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (24km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (15.2km/h).

Average humidity in January
Alkmaar, Netherlands

  • Average humidity in January: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

Average rainfall in January
Alkmaar, Netherlands

  • Average rainfall in January: 36mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (67mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (17mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Alkmaar, Netherlands

  • Average rainfall days in January: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Alkmaar, Netherlands

  • Average snowfall in January: 9mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (14mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

Average snowfall days in January
Alkmaar, Netherlands

  • Average snowfall days in January: 2.6 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (2.6 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
Alkmaar, Netherlands

  • Average daylight in January: 8h and 18min

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

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 42min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Alkmaar, Netherlands

  • Average sunshine days in January: 14.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (10.5 days).

Average UV index in January
Alkmaar, 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
Alkmaar, 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 39).

Average visibility in January
Alkmaar, Netherlands

  • Average visibility in January: 10km

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