Alkmaar weather in January (Noord-Holland, Netherlands)

What is the weather forecast for Alkmaar in January? Our guide gives you the essential weather details for this month.

Temperatures

In January, the weather in Alkmaar generally includes low temperatures and moderate rainfall. Enjoy the winter season during this month. During the day, temperatures usually reach up to 7°C. At night, they tend to fall to approximately 3°C. On average, it is the coldest month of the year. So be prepared and make sure to pack winter clothes.

Precipitation

Alkmaar in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 76 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 19 days of rain are anticipated.

Average sunshine

This month sees fewer sunny days, with about 46 hours of sunshine, perfect for those who enjoy cooler temperatures.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Alkmaar. July and August typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Alkmaar, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 3°C  

Max Temperature 7°C  

Chance of Rain 65%  

Precipitation 76 mm  

Rainy days 19 days  

Humidity 88% *  

Sunshine 46 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 18% *  

Data from: De Kooy, the Netherlands (31 KM, 19 Miles).

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.

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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?

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