January weather forecast
Leknes, Norway

The commencement of a fresh year in Leknes, Norway, is typically cold. This Nordic town experiences temperatures fluctuating enormously between the highs of 1°C (33.8°F) and the lows of -2°C (28.4°F). Heavy coats and warm clothing become a norm amid the generous amount of precipitation. The sea temperature does not differ much from the atmosphere's chilliness, making marine activities a rare sight. The town goes into a mild hibernation mode with shorter daylight hours and almost negligible sunshine.

Temperature

The yearly lowest temperatures occur in January and February, averaging a high-temperature of 1°C (33.8°F).

Rainfall

In Leknes, during January, the rain falls for 26 days and regularly aggregates up to 132mm (5.2") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Leknes, there are 264 rainfall days, and 1205mm (47.44") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In January, the average sea temperature is 5.2°C (41.4°F).
Note: Swimming in 5.2°C (41.4°F) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 10°C (50°F) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Leknes, Norway, is 3h and 5min.
On the first day of January in Leknes, sunrise is at 01:00 and sunset at 01:00. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 09:30 and sunset at 15:07 CET.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 0h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Leknes.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Leknes are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 0. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 0 during January translates into these guidelines:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.