January weather forecastMoss, Norway

January

Weather in January

January in Moss, Norway commences with chilly weather featuring frequent cloudy skies and substantial snowfall. The coldest temperatures of the year prevail, with mercury plummeting from -0.4°C (31.3°F) to -4.3°C (24.3°F). Prevailing winds contribute to a cold atmosphere as they reach high speeds of 16.2km/h (10.1mph) with gusts touching 27.7km/h (17.2mph). January's weather forms the backdrop for winter enthusiasts, with conditions facilitating a plethora of winter sports. The short daylight hours unveil a winter wonderland, prompting photographers to capture the pristine landscape.

Temperature

January, with average temperatures reaching a high of -0.4°C (31.3°F) and a low of -4.3°C (24.3°F), is the coldest month in Moss.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 85%.

Rainfall

In January, in Moss, the rain falls for 5.5 days. Throughout January, 27mm (1.06") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Moss, there are 117.6 rainfall days, and 433mm (17.05") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 10.1 days and typically aggregates up to 108mm (4.25") of snow.

Sea temperature

In Moss, the average seawater temperature in January is 4°C (39.2°F).
Note: While swimming, this scenario rapidly escalates into a life-threatening situation. Breathing becomes unmanageable, impairing clear thinking. Utilizing a specialized swimsuit is vital to minimize thermal depletion.

Daylight

In Moss, the average length of the day in January is 7h and 1min.
On the first day of January in Moss, sunrise is at 09:14 and sunset at 15:26. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:31 and sunset at 16:30 CET.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 3.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Moss are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Updated: Jan 26, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

In Moss, January registers the lowest temperatures, averaging -0.4°C (31.3°F) at the peak and -4.3°C (24.3°F) at the lowest.

In January, in Moss, the average high-temperature is -0.4°C (31.3°F), and the average low-temperature is -4.3°C (24.3°F).

The average relative humidity in January in Moss is 85%.

In Moss, Norway, in January, it is raining for 5.5 days, with typically 27mm (1.06") of accumulated precipitation.

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 10.1 days and typically aggregates up to 108mm (4.25") of snow.

In Moss, in January, snow falls for 10.1 days, with typically accumulated 108mm (4.25") of snow.

In January, the average sea temperature in Moss is 4°C (39.2°F). For swimming, this is considered extremely cold, dangerous, and life-threatening. Unless suitably protected with insulated waterproof clothing, hypothermia quickly occurs.

In January, the average day length in Moss is 7h and 1min.

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 09:14 and sunset at 15:26. On the last day of the month, in Moss, Norway, sunrise is at 08:31 and sunset at 16:30 CET.

In January, the average sunshine duration in Moss, Norway, is 3.5h.

The months with the lowest UV index in Moss, Norway, are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

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Feb

Average high temperature

1°C

-0.4°C

-0.3°C

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Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

17.5km/h

16.5km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

10.1

9.9

Average sea temperature

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

18.1

17.3

14.6

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Moss, Norway

Average high temperature in January: -0.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (19.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-0.4°C).

Average low temperature in January: -4.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (12.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-4.5°C).

Average pressure in January
Moss, Norway

Average pressure in January: 1011.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is April (1014.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1008mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Moss, Norway

Average wind speed in January: 16.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (16.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (12.1km/h).

Average humidity in January
Moss, Norway

Average humidity in January: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (71%).

Average rainfall in January
Moss, Norway

Average rainfall in January: 27mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (52mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (19mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Moss, Norway

Average rainfall days in January: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Moss, Norway

Average snowfall in January: 108mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (108mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in January
Moss, Norway

Average snowfall days in January: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in January
Moss, Norway

Average sea temperature in January: 4°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (18.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (2.8°C).

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

Average daylight in January: 7h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 12min).

Average sunshine in January: 3h and 30min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in January
Moss, Norway

Average sunshine days in January: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (14.5 days).

Average UV index in January
Moss, Norway

Average UV index in January: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).