January weather forecast
Luleå, Sweden

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Weather in January

January in Luleå, Sweden, bears the brunt of winter with temperatures plunging markedly from December. The sea temperature of -0.3°C (31.5°F) is the coldest recorded all year. Simultaneously, sharp chills cause regular snowfall, and the city is usually covered in abundant snow. With 5 hours of daylight, the sky often looks overcast. The icy month of January concludes, setting the stage for another chilling month ahead.

Temperature

January proves to be the coldest month, recording an average maximum temperature of -5.7°C (21.7°F) and a minimum temperature of -9.9°C (14.2°F).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 92%.

Rainfall

In Luleå, Sweden, in January, during 3.4 rainfall days, 30mm (1.18") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Luleå, there are 110.8 rainfall days, and 409mm (16.1") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Luleå, Sweden, during January, snow falls for 16.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 174mm (6.85") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 82.2 snowfall days, and 846mm (33.31") of snow is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In January, the average sea temperature in Luleå is -0.3°C (31.5°F).
Note: Regarding swimming, this is extremely cold, hazardous, and can lead to death. Hypothermia sets in rapidly without the protection of insulating waterproof gear.

Daylight

In Luleå, the average length of the day in January is 4h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 09:49 and sunset at 13:19. On the last day of January, in Luleå, sunrise is at 08:28 and sunset at 15:01 CET.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 1.7h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests these recommendations:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Luleå?

Luleå's coldest weather arrives in January, when temperatures average a high of -5.7°C (21.7°F) and a low of -9.9°C (14.2°F).

How cold is January in Luleå?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Luleå, is -5.7°C (21.7°F) and the average low-temperature is -9.9°C (14.2°F).

What is the average humidity in January in Luleå?

In January, the average relative humidity in Luleå is 92%.

How much does it rain in Luleå in January?

In Luleå, Sweden, in January, during 3.4 rainfall days, 30mm (1.18") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Luleå?

In Luleå, in January, snow falls for 16.3 days, with typically accumulated 174mm (6.85") of snow.

What is the water temperature in January in Luleå?

In Luleå, in January, the average water temperature is -0.3°C (31.5°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.

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

In Luleå, the average day length in January is 4h and 57min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Luleå?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 09:49 and sunset at 13:19. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:28 and sunset at 15:01 CET.

How long on average sun shines in January in Luleå?

In Luleå, Sweden, the average sunshine duration in January is 1.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Luleå?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January in Luleå?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in January
Luleå, Sweden

Average temperature in January - Luleå, Sweden
  • Average high temperature in January: -5.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (17.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-5.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: -9.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (13°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-10.6°C).

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Average pressure in January
Luleå, Sweden

Average pressure in January - Luleå, Sweden
  • Average pressure in January: 1009.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1014mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1004.8mbar).

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Average wind speed in January
Luleå, Sweden

Average wind speed in January - Luleå, Sweden
  • Average wind speed in January: 15.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (17.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (13km/h).

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Average humidity in January
Luleå, Sweden

Average humidity in January - Luleå, Sweden
  • Average humidity in January: 92%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (70%).

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Average rainfall in January
Luleå, Sweden

Average rainfall in January - Luleå, Sweden
  • Average rainfall in January: 30mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (46mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (25mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Luleå, Sweden

Average rainfall days in January - Luleå, Sweden
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (13.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.1 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Luleå, Sweden

Average snowfall in January - Luleå, Sweden
  • Average snowfall in January: 174mm

The month with the highest snowfall is December (178mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in January
Luleå, Sweden

Average snowfall days in January - Luleå, Sweden
  • Average snowfall days in January: 16.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.3 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
Luleå, Sweden

Average sea temperature in January - Luleå, Sweden
  • Average sea temperature in January: -0.3°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is July (16.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (-0.7°C).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Luleå, Sweden

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Luleå, Sweden
  • Average daylight in January: 4h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 22h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 3h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 1h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 1h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Luleå, Sweden

Average sunshine days in January - Luleå, Sweden
  • Average sunshine days in January: 13.5 days

The months with the most sunshine days are June and October (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (11.6 days).

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Average UV index in January
Luleå, Sweden

Average UV index in January - Luleå, Sweden
  • Average UV index in January: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in January
Luleå, Sweden

Average cloud cover in January - Luleå, Sweden
  • Average cloud cover in January: 68

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 40).

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Average visibility in January
Luleå, Sweden

Average visibility in January - Luleå, Sweden
  • Average visibility in January: 7km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August, September and October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and April (7km).

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Luleå, Sweden

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