January weather forecastVardo, Norway
January
Weather in January
The start of the year greets Vardo, Norway, with low temperatures and a significant amount of snow. Among these weather trends, January experiences the highest amount of snowfall with 127mm (5") average recorded, which is unavoidable given the city's subarctic climate. It ushers in a season of heavy snowfall that continues into next month. The daylight duration in January is notably short due to the location of the city. Those venturing outdoors, despite cold conditions, must dress warmly, considering the chill ambiance and wind speeds that can be quite high.Temperature
January brings the lowest temperatures, with an average high of -1.1°C (30°F) and an average low of -4°C (24.8°F).Humidity
In January, the average relative humidity is 79%.Rainfall
In Vardo, in January, it is raining for 3.6 days, with typically 42mm (1.65") of accumulated precipitation. In Vardo, during the entire year, the rain falls for 120 days and collects up to 445mm (17.52") of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Vardo are January through June, October through December. January is the month with the most snowfall in Vardo, Norway. Snow falls for 14.5 days and accumulates 127mm (5") of snow.Sea temperature
In Vardo, the average seawater temperature in January is 3.8°C (38.8°F).Note: 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.
Daylight
In January, the average length of the day in Vardo is 1h and 17min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 01:00 and sunset at 01:00. On the last day of January, in Vardo, Norway, sunrise is at 08:55 and sunset at 13:22 CET.
Sunshine
In January, the average sunshine is 0.7h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January, March, April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: In January, the average maximum UV index of 1 translates into the following recommendations:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Vardo, Norway
- Average high temperature in January: -1.1°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (11.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-1.1°C).
- Average low temperature in January: -4°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (9.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-4°C).
Average pressure in January
Vardo, Norway
- Average pressure in January: 1006.5mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1014.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1001.9mbar).
Average wind speed in January
Vardo, Norway
- Average wind speed in January: 31.6km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (32km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (19km/h).
Average humidity in January
Vardo, Norway
- Average humidity in January: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (75%).
Average rainfall in January
Vardo, Norway
- Average rainfall in January: 42mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (46mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (29mm).
Average rainfall days in January
Vardo, Norway
- Average rainfall days in January: 3.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.7 days).
Average snowfall in January
Vardo, Norway
- Average snowfall in January: 127mm
The month with the highest snowfall is January (127mm).
The months with the least snowfall are July, August and September (0mm).
Average snowfall days in January
Vardo, Norway
- Average snowfall days in January: 14.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).
Average sea temperature in January
Vardo, Norway
- Average sea temperature in January: 3.8°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is July (10.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (3.3°C).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Vardo, Norway
- Average daylight in January: 1h and 18min
The month with the longest days is August (Average daylight: 18h and 24min).
The months with the shortest days are June and December (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in January: 0h and 42min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 8h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are June and December (Average sunshine: 0h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in January
Vardo, Norway
- Average sunshine days in January: 9.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (13.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (6.3 days).
Average UV index in January
Vardo, Norway
- Average UV index in January: 1
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, March, April, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in January
Vardo, Norway
- Average cloud cover in January: 70
The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 57).
Average visibility in January
Vardo, Norway
- Average visibility in January: 8km
The months with the highest visibility are June, July and September (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April and December (8km).





