January weather forecast
Makkum, Netherlands

January

Weather in January

January, like December, in Makkum, Netherlands, is a wintry winter month, with an average temperature ranging between max 5.3°C (41.5°F) and min 2.5°C (36.5°F).

Temperature

Makkum experiences lowest temperatures, averaging a high-temperature of 5.3°C (41.5°F) during January and February.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Makkum, during January, the rain falls for 16.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 30mm (1.18") of precipitation. In Makkum, during the entire year, the rain falls for 188.1 days and collects up to 390mm (15.35") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Makkum. The months with the most snowfall in Makkum are January and February, with an average 15mm (0.59") of accumulated snow.

Sea temperature

In January, the average sea temperature in Makkum is 6.2°C (43.2°F).
Note: Entering waters of 6.2°C (43.2°F) is life-endangering. A mere moment in 13°C (55.4°F) waters feels piercing cold, and below 10°C (50°F) it can lead to immediate cold shock and cessation of breathing control, depending on body resilience.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 8h and 13min.
On the first day of January in Makkum, sunrise is at 08:51 and sunset at 16:31. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:24 and sunset at 17:19 CET.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Makkum are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Makkum?
The coldest months are January and February, with an average high-temperature of 5.3°C (41.5°F).
How cold does it get in Makkum in January?
The high-temperature, in January, in Makkum, is 5.3°C (41.5°F), while the low-temperature averages to 2.5°C (36.5°F).
What is the average humidity in January in Makkum?
The average relative humidity in January in Makkum is 84%.
How many days does it rain in January in Makkum?
In Makkum, in January, during 16.4 rainfall days, 30mm (1.18") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
What is the snowiest month in Makkum?
The months with the most snowfall in Makkum, Netherlands, are January and February, with an average 15mm (0.59") of accumulated snow.
How much does it snow in Makkum in January?
In January, it is snowing for 3.8 days. Throughout January, 15mm (0.59") of snow is accumulated.
What is the water temperature in January in Makkum?
In January, the average sea temperature is 6.2°C (43.2°F). At temperatures below 10°C (50°F), 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 (55.4°F) is not comfortable.
What is the average length of the day in January in Makkum?
In Makkum, the average day length in January is 8h and 13min.
When are sunrise and sunset in January in Makkum?
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 08:51 and sunset at 16:31. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:24 and sunset at 17:19 CET.
How long on average sun shines in January in Makkum?
In January, the average sunshine duration in Makkum, Netherlands, is 3.7h.
When is the lowest UV index in Makkum?
January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Makkum.
How high is the UV index in January in Makkum?
The average daily maximum UV index in January in Makkum is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average visibility
Average temperature in January - Makkum, Netherlands
Average temperature in January
Makkum, Netherlands
  • Average high temperature in January: 5.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (20.3°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (5.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 2.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (15.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (2.3°C).

Average pressure in January - Makkum, Netherlands
Average pressure in January
Makkum, Netherlands
  • Average pressure in January: 1013.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1016.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1010.7mbar).

Average wind speed in January - Makkum, Netherlands
Average wind speed in January
Makkum, Netherlands
  • Average wind speed in January: 25.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (26.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (17.2km/h).

Average humidity in January - Makkum, Netherlands
Average humidity in January
Makkum, Netherlands
  • Average humidity in January: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May and August (79%).

Average rainfall in January - Makkum, Netherlands
Average rainfall in January
Makkum, Netherlands
  • Average rainfall in January: 30mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (46mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (16mm).

Average rainfall days in January - Makkum, Netherlands
Average rainfall days in January
Makkum, Netherlands
  • Average rainfall days in January: 16.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (11.1 days).

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

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (15mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in January - Makkum, Netherlands
Average snowfall days in January
Makkum, Netherlands
  • Average snowfall days in January: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in January - Makkum, Netherlands
Average sea temperature in January
Makkum, Netherlands
  • Average sea temperature in January: 6.2°C

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are August and September (17.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (5.8°C).

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Makkum, Netherlands
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Makkum, 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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in January - Makkum, Netherlands
Average sunshine days in January
Makkum, Netherlands
  • Average sunshine days in January: 9.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (7.1 days).

Average UV index in January - Makkum, Netherlands
Average UV index in January
Makkum, 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).

Average cloud cover in January - Makkum, Netherlands
Average cloud cover in January
Makkum, Netherlands
  • Average cloud cover in January: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 67).
The months with the least cloud cover are April and August (Cloud cover 39).

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

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

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