Contents
- Weather in January
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in January
- Average pressure in January
- Average wind speed in January
- Average humidity in January
- Average rainfall in January
- Average rainfall days in January
- Average snowfall in January
- Average snowfall days in January
- Average sea temperature in January
- Average daylight in January
- Average sunshine in January
- Average sunshine days in January
- Average UV index in January
- Average cloud cover in January
- Average visibility in January
Weather in January
Temperature
The coldest months are January and February, with an average high-temperature of -6.7°C (19.9°F).Humidity
The average relative humidity in January is 88%.Rainfall
In Alta, during 4.1 rainfall days, 23mm (0.91") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Alta, during the entire year, the rain falls for 113.3 days and collects up to 318mm (12.52") of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Alta are January through June, September through December. In Alta, snow falls for 11.8 days, with typically accumulated 94mm (3.7") of snow. In Alta, during the entire year, snow falls for 90.6 days and aggregates up to 728mm (28.66") of snow.Sea temperature
In January, the average sea temperature is 5°C (41°F).Note: 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.
Daylight
In Alta, Norway, the average length of the day in January is 1h and 33min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 01:00 and sunset at 01:00. On the last day of January, in Alta, Norway, sunrise is at 09:18 and sunset at 14:02 CET.
Sunshine
In Alta, the average sunshine in January is 1h.UV index
January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In January, the average maximum UV index of 1 translate into the following recommendations:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
FAQ
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Average temperature in January
Alta, Norway
- Average high temperature in January: -6.7°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (14.4°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (-6.7°C).
- Average low temperature in January: -11.4°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (8.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-11.9°C).
Average pressure in January
Alta, Norway
- Average pressure in January: 1006.1mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1014.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1001.5mbar).
Average wind speed in January
Alta, Norway
- Average wind speed in January: 17.4km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (17.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (11.8km/h).
Average humidity in January
Alta, Norway
- Average humidity in January: 88%
The month with the highest relative humidity is April (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and July (75%).
Average rainfall in January
Alta, Norway
- Average rainfall in January: 23mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (44mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (16mm).
Average rainfall days in January
Alta, Norway
- Average rainfall days in January: 4.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (3.8 days).
Average snowfall in January
Alta, Norway
- Average snowfall in January: 94mm
The month with the highest snowfall is March (137mm).
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0mm).
Average snowfall days in January
Alta, Norway
- Average snowfall days in January: 11.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (14.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).
Average sea temperature in January
Alta, Norway
- Average sea temperature in January: 5°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (10°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February, March and April (4°C).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Alta, Norway
- Average daylight in January: 1h and 33min
The month with the longest days is August (Average daylight: 18h and 10min).
The months with the shortest days are June and December (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in January: 1h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 8h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 0h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in January
Alta, Norway
- Average sunshine days in January: 17.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.1 days).
Average UV index in January
Alta, Norway
- Average UV index in January: 1
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in January
Alta, Norway
- Average cloud cover in January: 61
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 67).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 57).
Average visibility in January
Alta, Norway
- Average visibility in January: 8km
The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
The month with the lowest visibility is April (7km).
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