January weather forecast
Andenes, Norway

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Weather in January

A fresh winter weather pattern marks January in Andenes, Norway. Chilly temperatures are expected, paired with regular snowfall making a wintry landscape. Wind gusts in January can reach up to 37.9km/h (23.6mph), making it one of the windier months of the year. The snowy scenery set by frequent snowfall offers a quintessential image of Norwegian winter. As daylight begins to stretch out following the winter solstice and the new year, locals and visitors alike brace themselves for the challenges the weather presents.

Temperature

The onset of January brings an average high-temperature of a still icy 2.1°C (35.8°F), nearly matching the December temperature. Night temperatures in January in Andenes exhibit a subtle decrease, settling at an average of -0.2°C (31.6°F).

Humidity

In Andenes, the average relative humidity in January is 72%.

Rainfall

In Andenes, during January, the rain falls for 9.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 65mm (2.56") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Andenes, there are 164.6 rainfall days, and 646mm (25.43") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Andenes. In Andenes, in January, snow falls for 10.2 days, with typically accumulated 123mm (4.84") of snow. In Andenes, Norway, during the entire year, snow falls for 67.5 days and aggregates up to 691mm (27.2") of snow.

Sea temperature

In January, the average sea temperature is 5°C (41°F).
Note: You can swim in 5°C (41°F) below 10°C (50°F) with proper thermal wear; failing that, the cold shock and respiratory challenges are nearly certain. A short span at 13°C (55.4°F) without it is tough.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 2h and 2min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 01:00 and sunset at 01:00. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 09:37 and sunset at 14:40 CET.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in January leads to these recommendations:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Andenes in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Andenes, is 2.1°C (35.8°F), while the low-temperature averages to -0.2°C (31.6°F).

What is the average humidity in January in Andenes?

In Andenes, Norway, the average relative humidity in January is 72%.

How many days does it rain in January in Andenes?

In Andenes, Norway, in January, during 9.8 rainfall days, 65mm (2.56") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Andenes?

In Andenes, in January, snow falls for 10.2 days, with typically accumulated 123mm (4.84") of snow.

What is the water temperature in January in Andenes?

In January, the average sea temperature is 5°C (41°F). Swimming in 5°C (41°F) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 13°C (55.4°F) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 10°C (50°F) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

How many hours of daylight does Andenes have in January?

The average day length in January in Andenes is 2h and 2min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Andenes?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 01:00 and sunset at 01:00. On the last day of the month, in Andenes, sunrise is at 09:37 and sunset at 14:40 CET.

How many hours of sunshine does Andenes have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Andenes, Norway, is 1h.

What is the UV index reading in January in Andenes?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Andenes, Norway, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Andenes, Norway

Average temperature in January - Andenes, Norway
  • Average high temperature in January: 2.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (12.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (1.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: -0.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (10.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-0.7°C).

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Average pressure in January
Andenes, Norway

Average pressure in January - Andenes, Norway
  • Average pressure in January: 1004.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1013.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1000.1mbar).

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Average wind speed in January
Andenes, Norway

Average wind speed in January - Andenes, Norway
  • Average wind speed in January: 28.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (29.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (17.8km/h).

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Average humidity in January
Andenes, Norway

Average humidity in January - Andenes, Norway
  • Average humidity in January: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and December (71%).

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Average rainfall in January
Andenes, Norway

Average rainfall in January - Andenes, Norway
  • Average rainfall in January: 65mm

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are November and December (69mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (32mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Andenes, Norway

Average rainfall days in January - Andenes, Norway
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.6 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Andenes, Norway

Average snowfall in January - Andenes, Norway
  • Average snowfall in January: 123mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (129mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in January
Andenes, Norway

Average snowfall days in January - Andenes, Norway
  • Average snowfall days in January: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (14.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in January
Andenes, Norway

Average sea temperature in January - Andenes, Norway
  • Average sea temperature in January: 5°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (12°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (4.1°C).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Andenes, Norway
  • Average daylight in January: 2h and 0min

The month with the longest days is August (Average daylight: 17h and 54min).
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 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 0h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Andenes, Norway

Average sunshine days in January - Andenes, Norway
  • Average sunshine days in January: 11.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (14.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (5.9 days).

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Average UV index in January
Andenes, Norway

Average UV index in January - Andenes, Norway
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and March (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in January
Andenes, Norway

Average cloud cover in January - Andenes, Norway
  • Average cloud cover in January: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 54).

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Average visibility in January
Andenes, Norway

Average visibility in January - Andenes, Norway
  • Average visibility in January: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August and September (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are February and March (8km).

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