January weather forecast
Groningen, Netherlands

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Weather in January

The Groningen weather in January displays some of its harshest winter conditions. With a high chance of snow, slippery roads become a common scenario requiring caution. An increase in expected rainfall also contributes to the wintry mood. It's advisable to dress warmly for this month, as the colder conditions can be rather uninviting. Noteworthy, January daytime temperatures range from 1.2°C (34.2°F) to 4.4°C (39.9°F), with potentially 17mm (0.67") of snow across 4.3 days.

Temperature

January tends to be the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a daily high of 4.4°C (39.9°F) and a low of 1.2°C (34.2°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January in Groningen, Netherlands, is 87%.

Rainfall

In Groningen, during January, the rain falls for 14.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 25mm (0.98") of precipitation. In Groningen, during the entire year, the rain falls for 179 days and collects up to 336mm (13.23") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. The month with the most snowfall in Groningen is January, when snow falls for 4.3 days and typically aggregates up to 17mm (0.67") of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Groningen is 8h and 11min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:48 and sunset at 16:25. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 08:19 and sunset at 17:14 CET.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Groningen are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in January, converts into the following recommendations:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Groningen?

With average high and low temperatures of 4.4°C (39.9°F) and 1.2°C (34.2°F) respectively, January is Groningen's coldest month.

How cold is January in Groningen?

The high-temperature, in January, in Groningen, is 4.4°C (39.9°F), while the low-temperature averages to 1.2°C (34.2°F).

What is the average humidity in January in Groningen?

In Groningen, the average relative humidity in January is 87%.

How much does it rain in Groningen in January?

In Groningen, in January, during 14.4 rainfall days, 25mm (0.98") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Groningen?

January is the month with the most snowfall in Groningen, Netherlands. Snow falls for 4.3 days and accumulates 17mm (0.67") of snow.

How much does it snow in Groningen in January?

In January, in Groningen, it is snowing for 4.3 days. Throughout January, 17mm (0.67") of snow is accumulated.

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

In January, the average day length is 8h and 11min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Groningen?

On the first day of January in Groningen, sunrise is at 08:48 and sunset at 16:25. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:19 and sunset at 17:14 CET.

How long on average sun shines in January in Groningen?

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

When is the lowest UV index in Groningen?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January in Groningen?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Groningen is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Groningen, Netherlands

Average temperature in January - Groningen, Netherlands
  • Average high temperature in January: 4.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (21.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (4.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 1.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (13.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (1°C).

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Average pressure in January
Groningen, Netherlands

Average pressure in January - Groningen, Netherlands
  • Average pressure in January: 1013.9mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are May and September (1016.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011.1mbar).

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Average wind speed in January
Groningen, Netherlands

Average wind speed in January - Groningen, Netherlands
  • Average wind speed in January: 20.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (21.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (14km/h).

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Average humidity in January
Groningen, Netherlands

Average humidity in January - Groningen, Netherlands
  • Average humidity in January: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

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Average rainfall in January
Groningen, Netherlands

Average rainfall in January - Groningen, Netherlands
  • Average rainfall in January: 25mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (41mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (17mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Groningen, Netherlands

Average rainfall days in January - Groningen, Netherlands
  • Average rainfall days in January: 14.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.5 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Groningen, Netherlands

Average snowfall in January - Groningen, Netherlands
  • Average snowfall in January: 17mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (17mm).
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
Groningen, Netherlands

Average snowfall days in January - Groningen, Netherlands
  • Average snowfall days in January: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Groningen, Netherlands
  • Average daylight in January: 8h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Groningen, Netherlands

Average sunshine days in January - Groningen, Netherlands
  • Average sunshine days in January: 11.1 days

The months with the most sunshine days are March and April (14.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (9 days).

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Average UV index in January
Groningen, Netherlands

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (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
Groningen, Netherlands

Average cloud cover in January - Groningen, Netherlands
  • Average cloud cover in January: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 68).
The months with the least cloud cover are April and August (Cloud cover 41).

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Average visibility in January
Groningen, Netherlands

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

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

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