Abisko weather in January (Norrbotten, Sweden)

What weather conditions can you expect in Abisko this January? Check out this detailed guide to the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

The month of January in Abisko typically includes very low temperatures and moderate snowfall. Experience the winter season in January. Daytime temperatures generally peak at -7°C, but after sunset, they often decrease to around -14°C. It's a frigid month, so wearing warm clothing is crucial. Don't underestimate the cold; prepare accordingly.

Precipitation

Abisko in January usually receives moderate snowfall, averaging around 86 mm for the month. Past climate data indicates that roughly 17 days will see snow.

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

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

 

Abisko, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature -14°C  

Max Temperature -7°C  

Chance of Rain 57%  

Precipitation 86 mm  

Rainy days 17 days  

Humidity 75% *  

* Data from: Narvik, Norway (55 KM, 34 Miles).

Where to go in Sweden in January

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

Weather conditions Weather

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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?

Visitors traveling to Abisko should plan on bringing winter clothes, snow boots and a warm winter coat. There will be periods of snow.

What To Do

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

Cycling

1/10

Walking

1/10

Barbeque

1/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

1/10

Interested in more climate information?

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

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