January weather forecast
Zaandam, Netherlands

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Zaandam, Netherlands, is an icy winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 3°C (37.4°F) and 5.6°C (42.1°F).

Temperature

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

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Zaandam, Netherlands, during January, the rain falls for 13.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 36mm (1.42") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Zaandam, there are 175.8 rainfall days, and 509mm (20.04") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

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 08:24 and sunset at 17:23 CET.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Zaandam are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in January transforms into this advice:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Jan 26, 2024 | Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us / Weather Forecasting / Data Sources

Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Zaandam?

Zaandam experiences its lowest temperatures in January, with an average peak of 5.6°C (42.1°F) and a low of 3°C (37.4°F).

How cold is it in Zaandam in January?

In January, in Zaandam, the average high-temperature is 5.6°C (42.1°F), and the average low-temperature is 3°C (37.4°F).

What are the most humid months in Zaandam?

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

What is the average humidity in January in Zaandam?

In January, the average relative humidity is 84%.

How much does it rain in Zaandam in January?

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

How much does it snow in Zaandam in January?

In Zaandam, during January, snow falls for 2.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 9mm (0.35") of snow.

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

In Zaandam, the average day length in January is 8h and 19min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Zaandam?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Zaandam have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 3.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Zaandam?

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

What is the UV index reading in January in Zaandam?

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

Average temperature in January - Zaandam, 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
Zaandam, Netherlands

Average pressure in January - Zaandam, 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
Zaandam, Netherlands

Average wind speed in January - Zaandam, 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
Zaandam, Netherlands

Average humidity in January - Zaandam, 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
Zaandam, Netherlands

Average rainfall in January - Zaandam, 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
Zaandam, Netherlands

Average rainfall days in January - Zaandam, 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
Zaandam, Netherlands

Average snowfall in January - Zaandam, 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
Zaandam, Netherlands

Average snowfall days in January - Zaandam, 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
Zaandam, Netherlands

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Zaandam, 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 4min

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
Zaandam, Netherlands

Average sunshine days in January - Zaandam, 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
Zaandam, Netherlands

Average UV index in January - Zaandam, 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
Zaandam, Netherlands

Average cloud cover in January - Zaandam, 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
Zaandam, Netherlands

Average visibility in January - Zaandam, 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).

Zaandam, Netherlands

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