Normal weather for Norway in January
It's cold in January in Norway with an average temperature of 0°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of -2°C to a high of 3°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between -8°C and -2°C.
In January, there is an average of 133 mm of precipitation, spread over 14 days. Of the total precipitation, about 36 cm falls as snow in January. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
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.
Norway in January |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
0°C | 8°C | |
 High Temp |
3°C | 9°C | |
| Low Temp |
-2°C | 6°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
133 mm | 58 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
14 days | 9 days | |
 Total Snowfall |
36 cm | 0,8 cm | |
| Snowy Days |
17 days | 1 day | |
The climate of Norway is based on weather data from Oslo. Other spots, like Lofoten, Vesterålen or Bergen, might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Norway for a full picture of the climate.
Start of January
The month of January starts in Norway with very cold temperatures, averaging around 1°C during the day and nights close to -5°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 -1°C, with nights close to -5°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 Norway will be around -0°C, with nights close to -5°C. There’s regular precipitation, but with a bit of luck, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
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Temperature records for Norway in January
With 10°C, Norway hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in January 2022. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was -18°C in 2021. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of -26°C to a high of 4°C.
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Daily Temperature in January in Norway
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in January in Norway, 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 Norway
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Daily Precipitation in January in Norway
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in January for Norway, 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 14 days of rain in Norway.
Daily Snowfall in January in Norway
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in January in Norway, 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 Norway
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Norway, 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 Norway Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in January in Norway, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in January in Norway Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in January in Norway, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in January in Norway per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in January in Norway, measured in centimetres, over the past years.
Daily climate in January for Norway
Click on a specific day in January for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in Norway. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
Weather experiences in January in Norway
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Average Weather in Norway by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Norway. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
