January weather forecastUmeå, Sweden

January weather for Umeå, Sweden: The yearly lowest temperatures in Umeå, Sweden, occur in January and February, averaging a high-temperature of -3.5°C (25.7°F). In Umeå, in January, snow falls for 17.4 days, with typically accumulated 188mm (7.4") of snow.

January

Weather in January

Starting off the year in Umeå, Sweden, chilly temperatures prevail. Comparing January to its neighbouring months, there's a slight increase in the cold with both the highest and lowest temperatures reaching their lowest points of -3.5°C (25.7°F) and -7°C (19.4°F) respectively. Venturing outdoors will often necessitate heavy winter attire. Freshly fallen snow often blankets the city, lending a serene beauty to the natural surrounds. Typically, the month is characterised by overcast skies and relatively high humidity.

Temperature

The yearly lowest temperatures in Umeå, Sweden, occur in January and February, averaging a high-temperature of -3.5°C (25.7°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January in Umeå is 90%.

Rainfall

In Umeå, in January, it is raining for 6.3 days, with typically 35mm (1.38") of accumulated precipitation. In Umeå, during the entire year, the rain falls for 126.6 days and collects up to 418mm (16.46") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Umeå are January through May, October through December. In January, it is snowing for 17.4 days. Throughout January, 188mm (7.4") of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Umeå, there are 84.8 snowfall days, and 915mm (36.02") of snow is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In January, the average sea temperature in Umeå is 1°C (33.8°F).
Note: In the case of swimming, the extreme coldness, danger, and life-threatening nature of this situation are apparent. Without insulated waterproof wear, hypothermia sets in rapidly.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 5h and 42min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 09:25 and sunset at 13:58. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 08:21 and sunset at 15:23 CET.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Umeå is 2.1h.

UV index

January, February, 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 health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In January, a daily UV index of 1 turns into the following recommendations:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

Umeå witnesses its lowest temperatures during January and February, when the average high-temperature reaches -3.5°C (25.7°F).

Umeå in January has an average high-temperature of -3.5°C (25.7°F) and an average low-temperature of -7°C (19.4°F).

The average relative humidity in January in Umeå is 90%.

In Umeå, during January, the rain falls for 6.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 35mm (1.38") of precipitation.

In Umeå, in January, snow falls for 17.4 days, with typically accumulated 188mm (7.4") of snow.

In January, the average sea temperature in Umeå is 1°C (33.8°F). For swimming, this is considered very dangerous and immediately life-threatening. Total loss of breathing control instantly occurs, and clear thinking becomes almost impossible. A specialized swimsuit is obligatory to minimize thermal loss.

In Umeå, Sweden, the average day length in January is 5h and 42min.

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 09:25 and sunset at 13:58. On the last day of the month, in Umeå, Sweden, sunrise is at 08:21 and sunset at 15:23 CET.

In Umeå, the average sunshine duration in January is 2.1h.

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

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Umeå, Sweden, is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Umeå, Sweden

  • Average high temperature in January: -3.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (18.4°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (-3.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: -7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (12.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-7.6°C).

Average pressure in January
Umeå, Sweden

  • Average pressure in January: 1009.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1014.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1005.3mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Umeå, Sweden

  • Average wind speed in January: 16.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (17.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (13km/h).

Average humidity in January
Umeå, Sweden

  • Average humidity in January: 90%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (70%).

Average rainfall in January
Umeå, Sweden

  • Average rainfall in January: 35mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (46mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (22mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Umeå, Sweden

  • Average rainfall days in January: 6.3 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (14 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.2 days).

Average snowfall in January
Umeå, Sweden

  • Average snowfall in January: 188mm

The month with the highest snowfall is March (199mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in January
Umeå, Sweden

  • Average snowfall days in January: 17.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in January
Umeå, Sweden

  • Average sea temperature in January: 1°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (15°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (0°C).

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

  • Average daylight in January: 5h and 42min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 20h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 2h and 6min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 13h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 1h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Umeå, Sweden

  • Average sunshine days in January: 10.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (15.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (10.1 days).

Average UV index in January
Umeå, 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, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Umeå, Sweden

  • Average cloud cover in January: 66

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in January
Umeå, Sweden

  • Average visibility in January: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July and August (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (8km).