January weather forecast
Mo i Rana, Norway

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Weather in January

The arrival of the new year brings the chilling winter air to Mo i Rana, known to be the coldest month. The city is encompassed by the thick, fluffy layer of snow adding up to 603mm (23.74"), the highest of the twelve months. Winds blow occasionally, swaying the snowflakes to and fro, painting a mesmerizing snowscape. This time in the heart of winter sees the least daylight, making it a paradise for astronomy enthusiasts. The snowy landscape takes a nightly glow under the starlit skies, offering breathtaking vistas.

Temperature

Mo i Rana's temperature records reveal January as the coldest month, marked by average highs of -7.2°C (19°F) and lows of -12.6°C (9.3°F).

Humidity

In Mo i Rana, the average relative humidity in January is 92%.

Rainfall

In Mo i Rana, in January, during 8.7 rainfall days, 142mm (5.59") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Mo i Rana, there are 177.9 rainfall days, and 1111mm (43.74") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, September through December. In January, in Mo i Rana, it is snowing for 19.2 days. Throughout January, 603mm (23.74") of snow is accumulated. In Mo i Rana, Norway, during the entire year, snow falls for 123.4 days and aggregates up to 2994mm (117.87") of snow.

Sea temperature

In Mo i Rana, the average seawater temperature in January is 4.7°C (40.5°F).
Note: In connection with swimming, this state is severely cold, hazardous, and lethal. Without protective insulated waterproof garments, hypothermia sets in rapidly.

Daylight

In Mo i Rana, the average length of the day in January is 4h and 34min.
On the first day of January in Mo i Rana, sunrise is at 10:39 and sunset at 13:34. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 09:07 and sunset at 15:26 CET.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 1.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Mo i Rana are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, the average maximum UV index of 1 translates into the following recommendations:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Mo i Rana?

January is the coldest month of the year, registering average temperatures as high as -7.2°C (19°F) and as low as -12.6°C (9.3°F).

How cold is it in Mo i Rana in January?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during January are -7.2°C (19°F) and -12.6°C (9.3°F) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January in Mo i Rana?

In Mo i Rana, Norway, the average relative humidity in January is 92%.

How many days does it rain in January in Mo i Rana?

In January, the rain falls for 8.7 days. Throughout January, 142mm (5.59") of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Mo i Rana in January?

In Mo i Rana, Norway, during January, snow falls for 19.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 603mm (23.74") of snow.

What is the water temperature in January in Mo i Rana?

In Mo i Rana, in January, the average water temperature is 4.7°C (40.5°F). For swimming, this is considered very dangerous and immediately life-threatening. Total loss of breathing control instantly occurs, and clear thinking becomes almost impossible. A specialized swimsuit is obligatory to minimize thermal loss.

How many hours of daylight does Mo i Rana have in January?

The average day length in January in Mo i Rana, Norway, is 4h and 34min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Mo i Rana?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 10:39 and sunset at 13:34. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 09:07 and sunset at 15:26 CET.

How long on average sun shines in January in Mo i Rana?

In Mo i Rana, Norway, the average sunshine duration in January is 1.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Mo i Rana?

January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Mo i Rana, Norway.

How high is the UV index in January in Mo i Rana?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

Average temperature in January
Mo i Rana, Norway

Average temperature in January - Mo i Rana, Norway
  • Average high temperature in January: -7.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (14.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-7.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: -12.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (7.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-12.8°C).

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Average pressure in January
Mo i Rana, Norway

Average pressure in January - Mo i Rana, Norway
  • Average pressure in January: 1007mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1014.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1002.9mbar).

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Average wind speed in January
Mo i Rana, Norway

Average wind speed in January - Mo i Rana, Norway
  • Average wind speed in January: 13.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.9km/h).

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Average humidity in January
Mo i Rana, Norway

Average humidity in January - Mo i Rana, Norway
  • Average humidity in January: 92%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and April (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (77%).

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Average rainfall in January
Mo i Rana, Norway

Average rainfall in January - Mo i Rana, Norway
  • Average rainfall in January: 142mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (143mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are May and June (62mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Mo i Rana, Norway

Average rainfall days in January - Mo i Rana, Norway
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Mo i Rana, Norway

Average snowfall in January - Mo i Rana, Norway
  • Average snowfall in January: 603mm

The month with the highest snowfall is March (622mm).
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in January
Mo i Rana, Norway

Average snowfall days in January - Mo i Rana, Norway
  • Average snowfall days in January: 19.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (21.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in January
Mo i Rana, Norway

Average sea temperature in January - Mo i Rana, Norway
  • Average sea temperature in January: 4.7°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is July (13.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (3.8°C).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Mo i Rana, Norway

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Mo i Rana, Norway
  • Average daylight in January: 4h and 4min

The month with the longest days is May (Average daylight: 19h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 2h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 1h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 7h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 1h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Mo i Rana, Norway

Average sunshine days in January - Mo i Rana, Norway
  • Average sunshine days in January: 9.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (10.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.7 days).

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Average UV index in January
Mo i Rana, Norway

Average UV index in January - Mo i Rana, 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
Mo i Rana, Norway

Average cloud cover in January - Mo i Rana, Norway
  • Average cloud cover in January: 68

The months with the most cloud cover are March and April (Cloud cover 74).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 58).

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Average visibility in January
Mo i Rana, Norway

Average visibility in January - Mo i Rana, Norway
  • Average visibility in January: 7km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July and August (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are March and April (6km).

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