January weather forecastMalmö, Sweden

Weather in January

Forecasts for Malmö in January indicate cold and cloudy conditions. The first month of the year is characterized by near freezing temperatures and less daylight. Precipitation is significant, with January having the fourth-highest average rainfall. The coldest nights in January dip down to a low of -1.6°C (29.1°F). To brave the cooling temperatures particularly after dusk, warm attire is recommended.

Temperature

Malmö notes the coldest temperatures in January, with a high average of 2.6°C (36.7°F) and a low of -1.6°C (29.1°F).

Rainfall

In Malmö, during January, the rain falls for 17 days and regularly aggregates up to 49mm (1.93") of precipitation. In Malmö, during the entire year, the rain falls for 170 days and collects up to 602mm (23.7") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In Malmö, in January, the average water temperature is 2.8°C (37°F).
Note: In swimming situations, the extreme cold and danger can lead to fatality. Without the protection of insulated waterproof gear, hypothermia takes effect quickly.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Malmö is 7h and 48min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:36 and sunset at 15:46. On the last day of January, in Malmö, sunrise is at 08:03 and sunset at 16:39 CET.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Malmö is 1.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 0. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 0 during January leads to these instructions:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.