Assen weather in January (Drenthe, Netherlands)

How does the weather in Assen usually fare in January? Use this page to get an overview of the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

In January, the weather in Assen generally includes low temperatures and moderate rainfall. The winter season takes place during January. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 6°C. After dark they usually decrease to around 1°C. On average, it is the coldest month of the year. So be prepared and make sure to pack winter clothes.

Precipitation

Assen in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 72 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 20 days of rain are anticipated.

Average sunshine

This month sees fewer sunny days, with about 36 hours of sunshine, perfect for those who enjoy cooler temperatures.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Assen. June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Assen climate page with graphs.

 

Assen, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 1°C  

Max Temperature 6°C  

Chance of Rain 66%  

Precipitation 72 mm  

Rainy days 20 days  

Humidity 90%  

Windspeed 14 km/h  

Sunshine 36 hours  

Percentage Sunshine 14%  

Where to go in the Netherlands in January

Find out more about the weather in the Netherlands and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

4/10

Walking

4/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Assen.

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