January weather forecastVästerås, Sweden
January
Weather in January
Västerås city experiences a frigid start to the year during January when frost rules the climate. Snow-covered streets become a common sight due to significant snowfall of 39mm (1.54"), often ornamenting the surroundings with a white blanket. As the cold sets in, the city bears lower temperatures compared to the milder conditions of February. The dominant winter weather calls for warm outerwear and sturdy boots to navigate the sleet-lined pathways. Amid the icy conditions, locals eagerly await the arrival of February with its promise of slightly warmer temperatures.Temperature
The coldest temperatures in Västerås, Sweden, occur during January, when averages reach a peak of -1.2°C (29.8°F) and a low of -4.9°C (23.2°F).Humidity
The months with the highest humidity in Västerås are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 90%.Rainfall
In January, in Västerås, Sweden, the rain falls for 4 days. Throughout January, 10mm (0.39") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Västerås, there are 105.3 rainfall days, and 174mm (6.85") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Västerås are January through May, October through December. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 10.3 days and accumulates 39mm (1.54") of snow.Daylight
In January, the average length of the day is 6h and 58min.On the first day of January, sunrise is at 08:52 and sunset at 15:01. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:08 and sunset at 16:05 CET.
Sunshine
In January, the average sunshine is 3.5h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Västerås are January and February, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: An average UV index of 1 in January transforms into this advice:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Västerås, Sweden
- Average high temperature in January: -1.2°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (21.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-1.2°C).
- Average low temperature in January: -4.9°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (12.5°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (-4.9°C).
Average pressure in January
Västerås, Sweden
- Average pressure in January: 1011.1mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1014.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1007.7mbar).
Average wind speed in January
Västerås, Sweden
- Average wind speed in January: 14.7km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (15.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (11.3km/h).
Average humidity in January
Västerås, Sweden
- Average humidity in January: 90%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (71%).
Average rainfall in January
Västerås, Sweden
- Average rainfall in January: 10mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (25mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and April (9mm).
Average rainfall days in January
Västerås, Sweden
- Average rainfall days in January: 4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4 days).
Average snowfall in January
Västerås, Sweden
- Average snowfall in January: 39mm
The month with the highest snowfall is January (39mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).
Average snowfall days in January
Västerås, Sweden
- Average snowfall days in January: 10.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Västerås, Sweden
- Average daylight in January: 7h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in January: 3h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in January
Västerås, Sweden
- Average sunshine days in January: 17.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.4 days).
Average UV index in January
Västerås, Sweden
- Average UV index in January: 1
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and February (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in January
Västerås, Sweden
- Average cloud cover in January: 64
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 67).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 42).
Average visibility in January
Västerås, Sweden
- Average visibility in January: 8km
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, November and December (8km).
