January weather forecast
Stockholm, Sweden

Throughout January, Stockholm's weather conditions typically herald the true start of winter. The city experiences its coldest month of the year, with temperatures sinking as low as -5.3°C (22.5°F) and only venturing up to a chilly -0.7°C (30.7°F). In contrast to brutal cold, periods of rainfall intermittently punctuate the winter freeze, fostering a damp climate. Adding to the stark beauty of the season, January also brings the lowest amount of daylight hours. Nevertheless, despite the wintry conditions, Stockholm continues to thrive with the energy of its vibrant lifestyle.

Temperature

January is the coldest month, with the temperature often reaching an average high of -0.7°C (30.7°F) and an average low of -5°C (23°F).

Rainfall

In Stockholm, during January, the rain falls for 9 days and regularly aggregates up to 39mm (1.54") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Stockholm, there are 99 rainfall days, and 528mm (20.79") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Stockholm, in January, the average water temperature is 1.9°C (35.4°F).
Note: In the case of swimming, this is seriously cold, dangerous, and can result in death. Without the safeguard of insulated waterproof attire, hypothermia manifests rapidly.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Stockholm is 7h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:43 and sunset at 14:58. On the last day of January, in Stockholm, Sweden, sunrise is at 08:00 and sunset at 16:01 CET.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Stockholm is 1.3h.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 0, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 0 suggests this advice:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.