January weather forecast
Lillehammer, Norway

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Weather in January

January in Lillehammer, Norway sees the year off to a frosty start, with the chill settling in firmly. It is a winter wonderland, covered in a blanket of snowfall that reaches an impressive 237mm (9.33"). Cold weather clothing is a must, as the city's inhabitants navigate icy pavements and snow-laden streets. Folklore suggests that a hard winter promises a fruitful harvest later in the year. The short, cold days can be a challenge, making indoor pursuits more enticing than the bleak weather outside.

Temperature

In Lillehammer, Norway, January records the lowest average temperatures, peaking at -5.8°C (21.6°F) and reaching a low of -11.5°C (11.3°F).

Humidity

In Lillehammer, the average relative humidity in January is 93%.

Rainfall

In Lillehammer, in January, it is raining for 3.9 days, with typically 30mm (1.18") of accumulated precipitation. In Lillehammer, during the entire year, the rain falls for 139.3 days and collects up to 535mm (21.06") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 16.3 days and accumulates 237mm (9.33") of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Lillehammer, Norway, is 6h and 35min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 09:31 and sunset at 15:11. On the last day of January, in Lillehammer, sunrise is at 08:41 and sunset at 16:21 CET.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Lillehammer?

January, noted for its average high-temperature of -5.8°C (21.6°F) and an average low-temperature of -11.5°C (11.3°F), is considered the coldest month in Lillehammer.

How cold is January in Lillehammer?

In Lillehammer, -5.8°C (21.6°F) is the average high-temperature and -11.5°C (11.3°F) is the average low-temperature during January.

What is the average humidity in January in Lillehammer?

In January, the average relative humidity in Lillehammer, Norway, is 93%.

How much does it rain in Lillehammer in January?

In Lillehammer, Norway, during January, the rain falls for 3.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 30mm (1.18") of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Lillehammer?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 16.3 days and accumulates 237mm (9.33") of snow.

How many days does it snow in January in Lillehammer?

In January, in Lillehammer, it is snowing for 16.3 days. Throughout January, 237mm (9.33") of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Lillehammer have in January?

In January, the average day length in Lillehammer is 6h and 35min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Lillehammer?

On the first day of January in Lillehammer, sunrise is at 09:31 and sunset at 15:11. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:41 and sunset at 16:21 CET.

How long on average sun shines in January in Lillehammer?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Lillehammer, Norway, is 3h.

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

The months with the lowest UV index in Lillehammer, Norway, are January through March, October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in January in Lillehammer?

In Lillehammer, Norway, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Lillehammer, Norway

Average temperature in January - Lillehammer, Norway
  • Average high temperature in January: -5.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (18.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-5.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: -11.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (8.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-11.5°C).

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Average pressure in January
Lillehammer, Norway

Average pressure in January - Lillehammer, Norway
  • Average pressure in January: 1011mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is April (1014.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1007.6mbar).

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Average wind speed in January
Lillehammer, Norway

Average wind speed in January - Lillehammer, Norway
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (9.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (7.6km/h).

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Average humidity in January
Lillehammer, Norway

Average humidity in January - Lillehammer, Norway
  • Average humidity in January: 93%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (94%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (70%).

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Average rainfall in January
Lillehammer, Norway

Average rainfall in January - Lillehammer, Norway
  • Average rainfall in January: 30mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (78mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (24mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Lillehammer, Norway

Average rainfall days in January - Lillehammer, Norway
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.5 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Lillehammer, Norway

Average snowfall in January - Lillehammer, Norway
  • Average snowfall in January: 237mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (237mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in January
Lillehammer, Norway

Average snowfall days in January - Lillehammer, Norway
  • Average snowfall days in January: 16.3 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and March (16.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Lillehammer, Norway
  • Average daylight in January: 6h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Lillehammer, Norway

Average sunshine days in January - Lillehammer, Norway
  • Average sunshine days in January: 14.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (14.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.2 days).

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Average UV index in January
Lillehammer, Norway

Average UV index in January - Lillehammer, Norway
  • Average UV index in January: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in January
Lillehammer, Norway

Average cloud cover in January - Lillehammer, Norway
  • Average cloud cover in January: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 48).

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Average visibility in January
Lillehammer, Norway

Average visibility in January - Lillehammer, Norway
  • Average visibility in January: 6km

The months with the highest visibility are May and June (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and November (6km).

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Lillehammer, Norway

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