Norway weather in January
Planning a journey to Norway this January and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:
What is the weather like in Norway in January?
The weather in Norway in January can be quite varied, with temperatures that range from very cold to cold and precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy. During January, winter is in full swing.
Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is very cold in Longyearbyen at -10°C to cold in Utsira at 7°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 4°C in Utsira and -16°C in Longyearbyen. In general, this month stands out as the coldest period throughout the year. Given the lower temperatures, it's essential to be well-prepared. Packing the right winter clothing and necessary accessories can make a significant difference in ensuring your comfort and well-being during this chilly season.
In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snowfall in Kirkenes with an average of 32 mm to heavy snowfall in Bolstadøyri with 330 mm. Oslo experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 45 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who prefer dimmer, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days
For a closer look at January's conditions in Norway, see the map below. For a more detailed look at Norway's yearly weather, check out our Norway climate page.
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What is the weather like in January for the 5 most popular destinations in Norway?
Average weather in Oslo
In January Oslo generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -1°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -7°C and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Bergen
In January Bergen generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -0°C and heavy monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Stavanger
In January Stavanger generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Hemsedal
In January Hemsedal generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -4°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -10°C and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Tromsø
In January Tromsø generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -3°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -10°C and high monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Norway.
Is January the best time to visit Norway?
In our view, January might not be the best time to travel to Norway with often poor weather in Oslo.
Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June, July and August offering mostly pleasant weather in Oslo. In contrast, January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.
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