Alphen Weather in January

Alphen in January averages 7°C (45°F) during the day and 2°C (36°F) at night. This is part of the winter season, and quite a bit of rainfall is expected this month.

Rainfall in Alphen in January

On average, there are about 18 days with rain during this month, averaging 70 mm (2.8 in). With rain spread across many days but low totals, showers are typically short and light rather than heavy.

Temperature in Alphen in January

Daytime highs in Alphen in January reach 7°C (45°F), with nights around 2°C (36°F). The month of January belongs to the winter season. Temperatures remain on the cold side all day. A proper warm jacket is worth having, not just for evenings. With overnight lows of 2°C (36°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets. 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 Alphen in January

The area experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 66 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days.

Wind Speed in Alphen in January

Average wind conditions reach 5 m/s (10 knots) in January. This creates lively weather with fresh winds that make small trees sway noticeably. Remember this is an average: some days are less windy while others have particularly active windy conditions.

January in Alphen can still be great, but if you prefer pleasant temperatures along with dry and sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.

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Alphen Temperature in January

Min Temperature 2°C (36°F)  

Max Temperature 7°C (45°F)  

Chance of Rain 61%  

Precipitation 70 mm (2.8 in)  

Rainy days 18 days  

Humidity 87% *  

Windspeed 5 m/s (10 knots) *  

Sunshine 66 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 26% *  

* Data from: Gilze-Rijen, the Netherlands (9 KM, 5 Miles).

What to Wear in Alphen in January

We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Alphen 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. With limited sunshine expected, sunglasses aren't a priority for packing.

What To Do in Alphen 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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Check the conditions for any month of the year.

• January
• February
• March
• April

• May
• June
• July
• August

• September
• October
• November
• December

For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit the Netherlands, check out our Alphen's climate page.

More climate data for Alphen

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