January weather forecast
Alta, Norway

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Weather in January

Kickstarting the year in Alta, Norway is the chill of January, a month known for its minimal daylight hours. Esker-white landscapes dominate the scenery as frequent snowfall presents a frozen panorama. January sees the most snowfall in the year, registering an average of 94mm (3.7"). Though the bracing winds may be an indicator of harsh weather conditions, the overall climate remains stable, with the mercury seldom fluctuating drastically despite cold conditions. Experiencing winter's chill at its peak, January forms an archetypal representation of the stark Scandinavian winters.

Temperature

The lowest level of Alta's temperatures is noted during January and February, averaging a high-temperature of -6.7°C (19.9°F).

Humidity

In Alta, the average relative humidity in January is 88%.

Rainfall

In Alta, during January, the rain falls for 4.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 23mm (0.91") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Alta, there are 113.3 rainfall days, and 318mm (12.52") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through June, September through December are months with snowfall. In Alta, in January, during 11.8 snowfall days, 94mm (3.7") of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Alta, there are 90.6 snowfall days, and 728mm (28.66") of snow is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In January, the average sea temperature in Alta is 5°C (41°F).
Note: Swimming in 5°C (41°F) feels unbearing at 13°C (55.4°F) and can be life-risking below 10°C (50°F), causing breathing issues and cold shock, depending on a person's capacity.

Daylight

In Alta, 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, sunrise is at 09:19 and sunset at 14:01 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 minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in January interprets into the following recommendations:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Alta?

January and February bring Alta's average lowest temperatures, reaching a high of -6.7°C (19.9°F).

How cold is it in Alta in January?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Alta, is -6.7°C (19.9°F), while the average low-temperature is -11.4°C (11.5°F).

What is the average humidity in January in Alta?

The average relative humidity in January is 88%.

How many days does it rain in January in Alta?

In Alta, Norway, in January, it is raining for 4.1 days, with typically 23mm (0.91") of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Alta?

In Alta, Norway, in January, snow falls for 11.8 days, with typically accumulated 94mm (3.7") of snow.

How cold is the water in January in Alta?

In Alta, Norway, the average seawater temperature in January is 5°C (41°F). Swimming in 5°C (41°F) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 10°C (50°F) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

How many hours of daylight does Alta have in January?

The average day length in January is 1h and 33min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Alta?

On the first day of January in Alta, Norway, sunrise is at 01:00 and sunset at 01:00. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 09:19 and sunset at 14:01 CET.

How many hours of sunshine does Alta have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Alta?

January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in January in Alta?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Alta is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Alta, Norway

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).

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Average pressure in January
Alta, Norway

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).

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Average wind speed in January
Alta, Norway

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).

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Average humidity in January
Alta, Norway

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%).

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Average rainfall in January
Alta, Norway

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).

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Average rainfall days in January
Alta, Norway

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).

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Average snowfall in January
Alta, Norway

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).

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Average snowfall days in January
Alta, Norway

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).

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Average sea temperature in January
Alta, Norway

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).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Alta, Norway

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Alta, Norway
  • Average daylight in January: 1h and 3min

The month with the longest days is August (Average daylight: 18h and 12min).
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).

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Average sunshine days in January
Alta, Norway

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).

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Average UV index in January
Alta, Norway

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).

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Average cloud cover in January
Alta, Norway

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).

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Average visibility in January
Alta, Norway

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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