January weather forecast
Tau, Norway

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Weather in January

In Tau, Norway, the start of the year brings an authentic winter experience. The landscape transforms into a snowy wonderland, with a generous precipitation of 136mm (5.35") and 123mm (4.84") as snow and rain respectively. The weather offers a genuine taste of chilly Scandinavian winters. Temperatures stay relatively low, and humidity levels rise, often leading to patches of mist, complementing the frosty surroundings. Wrap up in layers for outdoor excursions, as the mean temperature stays close to the freezing point.

Temperature

The initiation of January sees an average high-temperature of a still cold 1.3°C (34.3°F), showing minor variations from the previous month. Consistently, Tau reports average nighttime temperatures of -1.8°C (28.8°F) during January, a marginal step down from its daytime highs.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January in Tau is 82%.

Rainfall

In January, in Tau, the rain falls for 14.7 days. Throughout January, 123mm (4.84") of precipitation is accumulated. In Tau, during the entire year, the rain falls for 197.9 days and collects up to 1189mm (46.81") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In January, in Tau, it is snowing for 9.8 days. Throughout January, 136mm (5.35") of snow is accumulated. In Tau, during the entire year, snow falls for 39.8 days and aggregates up to 577mm (22.72") of snow.

Sea temperature

In January, the average sea temperature is 6.1°C (43°F).
Note: Entering waters of 6.1°C (43°F) is life-endangering. A mere moment in 13°C (55.4°F) waters feels piercing cold, and below 10°C (50°F) it can lead to immediate cold shock and cessation of breathing control, depending on body resilience.

Daylight

In Tau, the average length of the day in January is 7h and 5min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 09:30 and sunset at 15:49. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:48 and sunset at 16:51 CET.

Sunshine

In Tau, the average sunshine in January is 3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in January, converts into the following recommendations:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Tau in January?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Tau are 1.3°C (34.3°F) and -1.8°C (28.8°F) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January in Tau?

In January, the average relative humidity in Tau, Norway, is 82%.

How many days does it rain in January in Tau?

In Tau, in January, it is raining for 14.7 days, with typically 123mm (4.84") of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Tau in January?

In Tau, in January, during 9.8 snowfall days, 136mm (5.35") of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the sea water temperature in January in Tau?

In Tau, the average seawater temperature in January is 6.1°C (43°F). Swimming in 6.1°C (43°F) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 13°C (55.4°F) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 10°C (50°F) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

What is the average length of the day in January in Tau?

The average day length in January in Tau is 7h and 5min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Tau?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 09:30 and sunset at 15:49. On the last day of the month, in Tau, sunrise is at 08:48 and sunset at 16:51 CET.

How long on average sun shines in January in Tau?

The average sunshine duration in January is 3h.

What is the UV index reading in January in Tau?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Tau is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

Average temperature in January
Tau, Norway

Average temperature in January - Tau, Norway
  • Average high temperature in January: 1.3°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (15.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (1.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: -1.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (11.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-2.2°C).

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Average pressure in January
Tau, Norway

Average pressure in January - Tau, Norway
  • Average pressure in January: 1009.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1014.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1006.8mbar).

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Average wind speed in January
Tau, Norway

Average wind speed in January - Tau, Norway
  • Average wind speed in January: 18.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (18.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (11.2km/h).

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Average humidity in January
Tau, Norway

Average humidity in January - Tau, Norway
  • Average humidity in January: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (76%).

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Average rainfall in January
Tau, Norway

Average rainfall in January - Tau, Norway
  • Average rainfall in January: 123mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (161mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (54mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Tau, Norway

Average rainfall days in January - Tau, Norway
  • Average rainfall days in January: 14.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (12.4 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Tau, Norway

Average snowfall in January - Tau, Norway
  • Average snowfall in January: 136mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (189mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in January
Tau, Norway

Average snowfall days in January - Tau, Norway
  • Average snowfall days in January: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in January
Tau, Norway

Average sea temperature in January - Tau, Norway
  • Average sea temperature in January: 6.1°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (16.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (4.7°C).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Tau, Norway
  • Average daylight in January: 7h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Tau, Norway

Average sunshine days in January - Tau, Norway
  • Average sunshine days in January: 11 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (14.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (9.4 days).

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Average UV index in January
Tau, Norway

Average UV index in January - Tau, Norway
  • Average UV index in January: 2

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

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Average cloud cover in January
Tau, Norway

Average cloud cover in January - Tau, Norway
  • Average cloud cover in January: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 46).

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Average visibility in January
Tau, Norway

Average visibility in January - Tau, Norway
  • Average visibility in January: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).

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Tau, Norway

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