January weather forecastSopot, Poland

January

Weather in January

January in Sopot, Poland is characterized by cold temperatures and overcast skies. The city is blanketed by snowfall, and the Baltic Sea showcases a frosty facade. Amongst the winter months, January stands out as having the highest snowfall, with a height that goes up to 61mm (2.4"). The city also witnesses less daylight and less sunshine. Long winter coats paired with a hot chocolate become a common sight to beat the chilly winds and low temperatures.

Temperature

With its high average temperature of 1°C (33.8°F) and a low of -1.6°C (29.1°F), January is regarded as the coldest month in Sopot.

Humidity

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 86%.

Rainfall

In Sopot, Poland, during January, the rain falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 29mm (1.14") of precipitation. In Sopot, during the entire year, the rain falls for 130.2 days and collects up to 349mm (13.74") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 10.3 days and typically aggregates up to 61mm (2.4") of snow.

Sea temperature

In Sopot, the average seawater temperature in January is 3.3°C (37.9°F).
Note: While swimming, this scenario is perilously cold, dangerous, and potentially fatal. Hypothermia is almost imminent without proper insulated waterproof attire.

Daylight

In Sopot, the average length of the day in January is 8h and 0min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:07 and sunset at 15:31. On the last day of January, in Sopot, sunrise is at 07:36 and sunset at 16:21 CET.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 2.9h of sunshine.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Sopot. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In January, an average UV index of 1 transforms into the following instructions:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Updated: Feb 1, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

January is the coldest month in Sopot, exhibiting average temperatures of 1°C (33.8°F) at the peak and -1.6°C (29.1°F) at the base.

In January, in Sopot, the average high-temperature is 1°C (33.8°F), and the average low-temperature is -1.6°C (29.1°F).

The most humid month in Sopot is January, with an average relative humidity of 86%.

In Sopot, Poland, the average relative humidity in January is 86%.

In Sopot, Poland, during January, the rain falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 29mm (1.14") of precipitation.

January is the month with the most snowfall in Sopot, Poland. Snow falls for 10.3 days and accumulates 61mm (2.4") of snow.

In Sopot, in January, snow falls for 10.3 days, with typically accumulated 61mm (2.4") of snow.

In Sopot, in January, the average water temperature is 3.3°C (37.9°F). For swimming, this is considered life-threatening and very dangerous. The water feels painfully cold, and hyperventilation quickly occurs. A specialized swimsuit is mandatory to reduce thermal damage.

In January, the average day length in Sopot is 8h and 0min.

On the first day of January in Sopot, Poland, sunrise is at 08:07 and sunset at 15:31. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:36 and sunset at 16:21 CET.

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 2.9h of sunshine.

The average sunshine duration in January is 2.9h.

The months with the lowest UV index in Sopot, Poland, are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Sopot is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

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Long-term

Year January F M A M J J A S O N D

Dec

January

Feb

Average high temperature

3.2°C

1°C

1.9°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

20.8km/h

19.9km/h

18.5km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

6.4

10.3

Average sea temperature

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

12.8

13.5

11.8

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Sopot, Poland

Average high temperature in January: 1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (21.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (1°C).

Average low temperature in January: -1.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (15.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-1.6°C).

Average pressure in January
Sopot, Poland

Average pressure in January: 1014.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is October (1016.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1013mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Sopot, Poland

Average wind speed in January: 18.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (19.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (13.7km/h).

Average humidity in January
Sopot, Poland

Average humidity in January: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May and August (73%).

Average rainfall in January
Sopot, Poland

Average rainfall in January: 29mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (46mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (12mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Sopot, Poland

Average rainfall days in January: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in January
Sopot, Poland

Average snowfall in January: 61mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (61mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in January
Sopot, Poland

Average snowfall days in January: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in January
Sopot, Poland

Average sea temperature in January: 3.3°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (19.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (2.4°C).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Sopot, Poland

Average daylight in January: 8h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 24min).

Average sunshine in January: 2h and 54min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in January
Sopot, Poland

Average sunshine days in January: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Sopot, Poland

Average UV index in January: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Sopot, Poland

Average cloud cover in January: 72

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 72).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in January
Sopot, Poland

Average visibility in January: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, November and December (9km).