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Volkel Weather in January

January in Volkel brings low temperatures, with daytime highs of 7°C (45°F) and nights around 1°C (34°F). Quite a bit of rainfall is expected, around 71 mm (2.8 in), so pack an umbrella.

Rainfall in Volkel in January

Typically, you can expect about 19 days of rain this month, with 71 mm (2.8 in) on average. Rain falls on many days this month, but usually in relatively small amounts. A light waterproof is more useful than a heavy umbrella.

Temperature in Volkel in January

January in Volkel sees highs of 7°C (45°F) and lows of 1°C (34°F) overnight. Winter occurs in January. Temperatures remain on the cold side all day. A proper warm jacket is worth having, not just for evenings. Nights drop to 1°C (34°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet. It's generally the coldest month of the year, making it essential to pack warm layers and winter accessories.

Sunshine in Volkel in January

With limited sunshine this month, there are about 68 hours of sun. It's ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

Wind Speed in Volkel in January

Wind speeds average 5 m/s (10 knots) during January. At this speed, gentle to moderate breezes make small trees sway and the wind creates whitecaps on water bodies. Daily variations range from moderate winds to stronger breezes, creating excellent conditions for sailing, kite flying and wind sports.

January in Volkel has its charm, but if you're looking for destinations with pleasant temperatures and sunny skies, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.

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Volkel Temperature in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 1°C (34°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 7°C (45°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 62%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 71 mm (2.8 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 19 days  
HumidityHumidity 87%  
WindspeedWindspeed 5 m/s (10 knots)  
SunshineSunshine 68 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 26%  

Best Places in the Netherlands in January

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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 (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 Volkel in January

We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Volkel in January. You could start with thermal underwear or a good base layer to keep your core warm on the cooler days this month. Maybe also add a sweater or fleece, and top it off with a windproof jacket. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.

What To Do in Volkel in January

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

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