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Mälaren Weather in January

January in Mälaren typically sees daytime highs of 1°C (34°F) and nighttime lows of -5°C (23°F). Expect some snow/rainfall during the month. It falls within the winter season.

Rainfall in Mälaren in January

Historically, January sees about 16 days of snow/rain, with a monthly average of 41 mm (1.6 in). Rain is frequent but mostly light this month, with brief showers more common than heavy downpours.

Temperature in Mälaren in January

Expect highs of 1°C (34°F) in Mälaren in January, with nights dropping to around -5°C (23°F). During January, you'll experience the winter season. It stays very cold throughout much of the day, so warm winter clothing is essential. With overnight lows of -5°C (23°F), temperatures fall below freezing at night. An extra thick blanket can make a real difference if your accommodation runs cold. It is the coldest month of the year, so be sure to pack proper winter clothing for the conditions.Pack accordingly with warm clothes.

Sunshine in Mälaren in January

The month has fewer sunny days, with around 40 hours of sunshine.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Mälaren. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

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Mälaren Temperature in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -5°C (23°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 1°C (34°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 54%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 41 mm (1.6 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
SunshineSunshine 40 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Daily Historical Temperatures

51-year average (1976-2026)

Based on our historical records, temperatures in Mälaren typically stay consistent throughout January, with daily highs averaging around 1°C (34°F). Nights are very cold, with lows typically ranging from -8°C (18°F) to -4°C (25°F).

Average temperatures in January

Daily Historical Precipitation

51-year average (1976-2026)

Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.

Average precipitation in January

Historical weather for Mälaren in January

Browse day-by-day weather records for Mälaren spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.

Mälaren historical weather extremes in January

Our historical data for Mälaren spans 1976 to 2025, revealing these weather extremes.

  • On January 9, 2007, temperatures climbed to 10°C (50°F), marking the warmest January day on record.

Best Places in Sweden in January

Find out more about the weather in Sweden and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Sweden in January →

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Mälaren in January

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Mälaren in January. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. Sunglasses aren't essential this month, though you might want them for the occasional bright moment.

What To Do in Mälaren in January

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

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

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