January weather forecastKarlshamn, Sweden
January weather for Karlshamn, Sweden: In Karlshamn, during January, snow falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 42mm (1.65") of snow. In Karlshamn, during January, the rain falls for 9.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 23mm (0.91") of precipitation.
January
Weather in January
January in Karlshamn, Sweden ushers in the new year with a biting chill. The cold bite of winter is most apparent with lows dipping to -0.7°C (30.7°F). A thick blanket of snow covers the city, giving it a pristine, white appearance that is typical of Nordic winters. The short, seven-hour daylight provides little warmth against the cold. However, despite these conditions, the city's life does not freeze and continues its course under the sky's 68% cloud cover.Temperature
In Karlshamn, January is the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a high of 1.8°C (35.2°F) and a low of -0.7°C (30.7°F).Humidity
The average relative humidity in January is 86%.Rainfall
In January, the rain falls for 9.6 days. Throughout January, 23mm (0.91") of precipitation is accumulated. In Karlshamn, Sweden, during the entire year, the rain falls for 139.1 days and collects up to 303mm (11.93") of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In January, it is snowing for 10.5 days. Throughout January, 42mm (1.65") of snow is accumulated. In Karlshamn, during the entire year, snow falls for 33 days and aggregates up to 166mm (6.54") of snow.Sea temperature
In Karlshamn, Sweden, in January, the average water temperature is 2.8°C (37°F).Note: While swimming, this is deemed life-threatening and exceptionally hazardous. The icy water induces intense pain and causes swift hyperventilation. Employing a specialized swimsuit is required to offset thermal harm.
Daylight
In January, the average length of the day is 7h and 41min.On the first day of January, sunrise is at 08:32 and sunset at 15:34. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:58 and sunset at 16:29 CET.
Sunshine
January and December, with an average of 3.1h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.UV index
With an average maximum UV index of 1, January is the month with the lowest UV index in Karlshamn. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests this advice:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Karlshamn, Sweden
- Average high temperature in January: 1.8°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (20.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (1.8°C).
- Average low temperature in January: -0.7°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (14.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-0.8°C).
Average pressure in January
Karlshamn, Sweden
- Average pressure in January: 1012.7mbar
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are April and May (1015.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1010.8mbar).
Average wind speed in January
Karlshamn, Sweden
- Average wind speed in January: 20.4km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (21.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (15.8km/h).
Average humidity in January
Karlshamn, Sweden
- Average humidity in January: 86%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).
Average rainfall in January
Karlshamn, Sweden
- Average rainfall in January: 23mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (40mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (13mm).
Average rainfall days in January
Karlshamn, Sweden
- Average rainfall days in January: 9.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.9 days).
Average snowfall in January
Karlshamn, Sweden
- Average snowfall in January: 42mm
The month with the highest snowfall is February (57mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).
Average snowfall days in January
Karlshamn, Sweden
- Average snowfall days in January: 10.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average sea temperature in January
Karlshamn, Sweden
- Average sea temperature in January: 2.8°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (17.9°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (2.3°C).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Karlshamn, Sweden
- Average daylight in January: 7h and 42min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in January: 3h and 6min
The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in January
Karlshamn, Sweden
- Average sunshine days in January: 11.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is April (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.7 days).
Average UV index in January
Karlshamn, Sweden
- Average UV index in January: 1
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in January
Karlshamn, Sweden
- Average cloud cover in January: 68
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).
Average visibility in January
Karlshamn, Sweden
- 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).





