January weather forecast
Västervik, Sweden

January

Weather in January

January, like December, in Västervik, Sweden, is another cold winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between -1.3°C (29.7°F) and 1.2°C (34.2°F).

Temperature

Västervik records the coldest temperatures in January, averaging a high of 1.2°C (34.2°F) and a low of -1.3°C (29.7°F).

Humidity

In Västervik, the average relative humidity in January is 85%.

Rainfall

In Västervik, in January, during 6.4 rainfall days, 17mm (0.67") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 122.5 rainfall days, and 281mm (11.06") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Västervik, in January, snow falls for 10.8 days, with typically accumulated 54mm (2.13") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 41.4 snowfall days, and 240mm (9.45") of snow is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Västervik, in January, the average water temperature is 2.4°C (36.3°F).
Note: Within swimming, this is perceived as extraordinarily cold, dangerous, and potentially lethal. If not properly protected by insulated waterproof attire, hypothermia ensues quickly.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 7h and 23min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:36 and sunset at 15:16. On the last day of January, in Västervik, sunrise is at 07:58 and sunset at 16:14 CET.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Västervik is 3.7h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, January is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 1 in January translates into these instructions:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.

Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?
Västervik's January weather, with an average high temperature of 1.2°C (34.2°F) and an average low temperature of -1.3°C (29.7°F), tends to be the coldest of the year.
How cold is January in Västervik?
The high-temperature, in January, in Västervik, is 1.2°C (34.2°F), while the low-temperature averages to -1.3°C (29.7°F).
What is the average humidity in January?
In January, the average relative humidity is 85%.
How many days does it rain in January?
In Västervik, Sweden, in January, it is raining for 6.4 days, with typically 17mm (0.67") of accumulated precipitation.
How many days does it snow in January?
In Västervik, during January, snow falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 54mm (2.13") of snow.
What is the sea temperature in January?
In Västervik, the average seawater temperature in January is 2.4°C (36.3°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.
How many hours of daylight does Västervik have in January?
In Västervik, the average day length in January is 7h and 23min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in January?
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 08:36 and sunset at 15:16. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:58 and sunset at 16:14 CET.
How many hours of sunshine does Västervik have in January?
In January, the average sunshine duration is 3.7h.
What is the month with the lowest UV index?
January is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1.
How high is the UV index in January?
In Västervik, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Västervik, Sweden
  • Average high temperature in January: 1.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (20.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (1.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: -1.3°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (14.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-1.4°C).

Average pressure in January
Västervik, Sweden
  • Average pressure in January: 1012mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1015.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1009.3mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Västervik, Sweden
  • Average wind speed in January: 20km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (20.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (14.6km/h).

Average humidity in January
Västervik, Sweden
  • Average humidity in January: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and November (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and June (72%).

Average rainfall in January
Västervik, Sweden
  • Average rainfall in January: 17mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (37mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (9mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Västervik, Sweden
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.6 days).

Average snowfall in January
Västervik, Sweden
  • Average snowfall in January: 54mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (67mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in January
Västervik, Sweden
  • Average snowfall days in January: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in January
Västervik, Sweden
  • Average sea temperature in January: 2.4°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (18.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (1.7°C).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Västervik, Sweden
  • Average daylight in January: 7h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Västervik, Sweden
  • Average sunshine days in January: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (12.1 days).

Average UV index in January
Västervik, Sweden
  • Average UV index in January: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Västervik, Sweden
  • Average cloud cover in January: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in January
Västervik, Sweden
  • Average visibility in January: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, November and December (9km).

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