January weather forecast
Amsterdam, Netherlands

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Bicycles parked on a bridge on river Amstel in Amsterdam, Netherlands
Bicycles parked on a bridge on river Amstel in Amsterdam, Netherlands

Weather in January

January in Amsterdam, Netherlands brings chilly temperatures, allowing for a modest accumulation of snowfall at 15mm over three days. Despite the lower temperatures, Amsterdam weathers a fairly high percentage of relative humidity in comparison to the following months. Visitors will be greeted with short daylight hours, occasional snowfalls and quite a few rainy days. The scenic charm of Amsterdam is amplified, with bare trees lining the canals and frost encrusting the paths.

Temperature

January, on average, is the coldest month, registering a high temperature of 5.3°C and a low of 2.4°C.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 85%.

Rainfall

In Amsterdam, during January, the rain falls for 16.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 47mm of precipitation. In Amsterdam, during the entire year, the rain falls for 189.3 days and collects up to 510mm of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In January, in Amsterdam, Netherlands, it is snowing for 3 days. Throughout January, 15mm of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Amsterdam, there are 11 snowfall days, and 54mm of snow is accumulated.

Sea temperature

January and February, with an average sea temperature of 6.4°C, are months with the coldest seawater in Amsterdam.
Note: Swimming in 6.4°C is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 10°C causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

Daylight

In Amsterdam, Netherlands, the average length of the day in January is 8h and 19min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:50 and sunset at 16:37. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 08:23 and sunset at 17:24 CET.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 3.8h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Amsterdam. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: During January, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
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FAQ

What is the coldest time of year in Amsterdam?

January is the coldest month in Amsterdam, exhibiting average temperatures of 5.3°C at the peak and 2.4°C at the base.

How cold is it in Amsterdam in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Amsterdam, records 5.3°C, while the low-temperature is 2.4°C.

What is the average humidity in January in Amsterdam?

In January, the average relative humidity in Amsterdam, Netherlands, is 85%.

How much does it rain in Amsterdam in January?

In Amsterdam, in January, during 16.3 rainfall days, 47mm of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Amsterdam in January?

In Amsterdam, Netherlands, during January, snow falls for 3 days and regularly aggregates up to 15mm of snow.

What months are the sea coldest in Amsterdam?

January and February, with an average sea temperature of 6.4°C, are months with the coldest seawater in Amsterdam.

How cold is the water in January in Amsterdam?

In January, the average sea temperature in Amsterdam, Netherlands, is 6.4°C. At temperatures below 10°C, swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 13°C is not comfortable.

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

The average day length in January is 8h and 19min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Amsterdam?

On the first day of January in Amsterdam, Netherlands, sunrise is at 08:50 and sunset at 16:37. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:23 and sunset at 17:24 CET.

How long on average sun shines in January in Amsterdam?

In Amsterdam, Netherlands, the average sunshine duration in January is 3.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Amsterdam?

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

What is the UV index reading in January in Amsterdam?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Amsterdam, Netherlands

Average temperature in January - Amsterdam, Netherlands
  • Average high temperature in January: 5.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (21.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 2.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (15°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (2°C).

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Average pressure in January
Amsterdam, Netherlands

Average pressure in January - Amsterdam, Netherlands
  • Average pressure in January: 1014.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1016.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011.2mbar).

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Average wind speed in January
Amsterdam, Netherlands

Average wind speed in January - Amsterdam, Netherlands
  • Average wind speed in January: 19.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (20.4km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (13.2km/h).

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Average humidity in January
Amsterdam, Netherlands

Average humidity in January - Amsterdam, Netherlands
  • Average humidity in January: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

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Average rainfall in January
Amsterdam, Netherlands

Average rainfall in January - Amsterdam, Netherlands
  • Average rainfall in January: 47mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (55mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (18mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Amsterdam, Netherlands

Average rainfall days in January - Amsterdam, Netherlands
  • Average rainfall days in January: 16.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (12.2 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Amsterdam, Netherlands

Average snowfall in January - Amsterdam, Netherlands
  • Average snowfall in January: 15mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (22mm).
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
Amsterdam, Netherlands

Average snowfall days in January - Amsterdam, Netherlands
  • Average snowfall days in January: 3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.8 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
Amsterdam, Netherlands

Average sea temperature in January - Amsterdam, Netherlands
  • Average sea temperature in January: 6.4°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (18.3°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January and February (6.4°C).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Amsterdam, 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 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Amsterdam, Netherlands

Average sunshine days in January - Amsterdam, Netherlands
  • Average sunshine days in January: 11.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (15.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (8 days).

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Average UV index in January
Amsterdam, Netherlands

Average UV index in January - Amsterdam, 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).

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Average cloud cover in January
Amsterdam, Netherlands

Average cloud cover in January - Amsterdam, 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).

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Average visibility in January
Amsterdam, Netherlands

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

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

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