Karlstad weather in January (Värmland, Sweden)

Curious about the January weather in Karlstad? This guide provides all the details you need.

In January, Karlstad generally has very low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. January is a winter month. Daytime temperatures hover around 2°C, while nights can cool down to about -4°C. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year. Making it a great time for staying indoors and enjoying the warmth. Make sure you're prepared by packing the right winter outfits.

Karlstad in January usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 61 mm for the month. Snow/rain is expected on roughly 17 days.

The city usually sees around 48 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Karlstad. July generally stands out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Karlstad, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -4°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 2°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 56%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 61 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 17 days  
HumidityHumidity 86%  
WindspeedWindspeed 11 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 48 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Sweden in January

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

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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 Karlstad in January?

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 in January.

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
2/10
Walking
2/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
2/10

Interested in more climate information?

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