Normal weather for Finland in January
It's cold in January in Finland with an average temperature of -3°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of -7°C to a high of 1°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between -14°C and -2°C.
In January, there is an average of 53 mm of precipitation, spread over 8 days. Of the total precipitation, about 19 cm falls as snow in January. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
The UV index is a maximum of 1 this month. That's a low value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. The risk of sunburn is minimal at this time.
Finland in January |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
-3°C | 8°C | |
 High Temp |
1°C | 9°C | |
| Low Temp |
-7°C | 6°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
53 mm | 58 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
8 days | 9 days | |
 Total Snowfall |
19 cm | 0,8 cm | |
| Snowy Days |
10 days | 1 day | |
The climate of Finland is based on weather data from Helsinki. Other spots, like Rovaniemi, Kuusamo or Tampere, might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Finland for a full picture of the climate.
Start of January
The month of January starts in Finland with very cold temperatures, averaging around -3°C during the day and nights close to -6°C. A few showers might pop up in the first days of the month, but the weather remains mostly sunny and dry.
Mid-January
By mid-January, the average daytime temperature drops to around -4°C, with nights close to -8°C. There might be a few showers during this period, but plenty of dry days with sunshine too.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Finland will be around -2°C, with nights close to -6°C. A shower might show up, but overall the weather will be dry and sunny.
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Temperature records for Finland in January
With 9°C, Finland hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in January 2020. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was -26°C in 2016. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of -31°C to a high of 5°C.
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Daily Temperature in January in Finland
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in January in Finland, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Weather experiences in January in Finland
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Daily Precipitation in January in Finland
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in January for Finland, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for January, you can expect around 8 days of rain in Finland.
Daily Snowfall in January in Finland
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in January in Finland, measured in centimetres. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. The data is based on historical measurements and gives an idea of the average snowfall in January.
Daily UV Index in January in Finland
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Finland, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in January in Finland Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in January in Finland, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in January in Finland Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in January in Finland, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in January in Finland per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in January in Finland, measured in centimetres, over the past years.
Daily climate in January for Finland
Click on a specific day in January for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in Finland. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
Weather experiences in January in Finland
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The weather was exactly what I expected: cold, sunshine and the occasional snow shower. Fortunately, I was able to dress for the cold with a few layers of thermal clothing and the snow was also fine with a good jacket. A special experience was that even the sea was frozen stiff!— This text is automatically translated to English
It was warmer than expected (a few degrees below zero), so we were not bothered by the cold. Unfortunately, it was cloudy all the time, so we did not get to see the northern lights.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average Weather in Finland by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Finland. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
