January weather forecast
Lillehammer, Norway

January

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

January brings the lowest temperatures, with an average high of -5.8°C (21.6°F) and an average low of -11.5°C (11.3°F).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity 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

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 16.3 days and typically aggregates up to 237mm (9.33") of snow.

Daylight

In Lillehammer, the average length of the day in January 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, sunrise is at 08:41 and sunset at 16:21 CET.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine 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 low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 1 in January translates into the following instructions:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Lillehammer?
January is the coldest month, with the temperature often reaching an average high of -5.8°C (21.6°F) and an average low of -11.5°C (11.3°F).
How cold is it in January?
The high-temperature, in January, in Lillehammer, records -5.8°C (21.6°F), while the low-temperature is -11.5°C (11.3°F).
What is the average humidity in January?
In January, the average relative humidity is 93%.
How many days does it rain in January?
In Lillehammer, during January, the rain falls for 3.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 30mm (1.18") of precipitation.
What is the snowiest month?
The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 16.3 days and typically aggregates up to 237mm (9.33") of snow.
How many days does it snow in January?
In January, it is snowing for 16.3 days. Throughout January, 237mm (9.33") of snow is accumulated.
What is the average length of the day in January?
In January, the average day length in Lillehammer is 6h and 35min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in January?
In January, on the first day of the month, 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 many hours of sunshine does Lillehammer have in January?
In Lillehammer, the average sunshine duration in January is 3h.
What are the months with the lowest UV index?
The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.
How high is the UV index in January?
The average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility
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).

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).

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).

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%).

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).

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).

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).

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).

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).

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).

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).

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).

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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