January weather forecastHoofddorp, Netherlands

January

Weather in January

In Hoofddorp, Netherlands, the beginning of the year unfolds with typical winter season indicators. Prevailing cooler temperatures and higher humidity set the stage for the city's wintertime climate. Weather variations move from lows of 2.6°C (36.7°F) to peak at moderate highs of 5.6°C (42.1°F). There's a potential for snowfall during this period, with most snow being experienced in the latter part of the month. As we move towards February, anticipate a slight drop in rainfall, although temperature ranges remain quite similar.

Temperature

The coldest period in Hoofddorp tends to be January, when average temperatures fluctuate between a high of 5.6°C (42.1°F) and a low of 2.6°C (36.7°F).

Humidity

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 84%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In January, in Hoofddorp, the rain falls for 18.6 days. Throughout January, 54mm (2.13") of precipitation is accumulated. In Hoofddorp, during the entire year, the rain falls for 193.2 days and collects up to 526mm (20.71") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Hoofddorp, in January, snow falls for 3.9 days, with typically accumulated 18mm (0.71") of snow. In Hoofddorp, Netherlands, during the entire year, snow falls for 12.4 days and aggregates up to 64mm (2.52") of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Hoofddorp is 8h and 20min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:50 and sunset at 16:38. On the last day of January, in Hoofddorp, sunrise is at 08:24 and sunset at 17:24 CET.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 3.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Hoofddorp, Netherlands, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in January transforms into the following instructions:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

In Hoofddorp, January registers the lowest temperatures, averaging 5.6°C (42.1°F) at the peak and 2.6°C (36.7°F) at the lowest.

January temperatures in Hoofddorp, Netherlands, vary between a high-temperature of 5.6°C (42.1°F) and a low-temperature of 2.6°C (36.7°F).

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 84%, are most humid months.

In Hoofddorp, the average relative humidity in January is 84%.

In Hoofddorp, in January, during 18.6 rainfall days, 54mm (2.13") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In January, it is snowing for 3.9 days. Throughout January, 18mm (0.71") of snow is accumulated.

In Hoofddorp, the average day length in January is 8h and 20min.

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:50 and sunset at 16:38. On the last day of the month, in Hoofddorp, sunrise is at 08:24 and sunset at 17:24 CET.

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

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

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Hoofddorp is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average UV index
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Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Hoofddorp, Netherlands

  • Average high temperature in January: 5.6°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 (5.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 2.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (15.3°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (2.6°C).

Average pressure in January
Hoofddorp, Netherlands

  • Average pressure in January: 1014.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1016.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011.2mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Hoofddorp, Netherlands

  • Average wind speed in January: 21.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (22.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (14.4km/h).

Average humidity in January
Hoofddorp, 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 (74%).

Average rainfall in January
Hoofddorp, Netherlands

  • Average rainfall in January: 54mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (65mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (22mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Hoofddorp, Netherlands

  • Average rainfall days in January: 18.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (20.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (13 days).

Average snowfall in January
Hoofddorp, Netherlands

  • Average snowfall in January: 18mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (28mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in January
Hoofddorp, Netherlands

  • Average snowfall days in January: 3.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.6 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
Hoofddorp, Netherlands

  • Average daylight in January: 8h and 18min

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 48min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Hoofddorp, Netherlands

  • Average sunshine days in January: 8.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (15.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (6.1 days).

Average UV index in January
Hoofddorp, 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
Hoofddorp, Netherlands

  • Average cloud cover in January: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in January
Hoofddorp, Netherlands

  • Average visibility in January: 9km

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