January Rainfall and Precipitation in Norway
Monthly rainfall totals, rainy days and the driest cities across Norway in January.
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Monthly precipitation
0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet
Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in January: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.
Norway precipitation in January: frequently asked questions
How much snowfall does Norway receive in January?
Rainfall in Oslo during January is on the lighter side, averaging about 71 mm (2.8 in). Expect predominantly dry weather punctuated by short showers.
How many days does it rain in Norway in January?
Rainfall in Oslo typically falls on roughly 17 days days in January.
Is January part of the rainy season in Norway?
No. January sits outside the typical rainy season in Norway, so you can expect drier conditions overall.
What is the wettest city in January in Norway?
Looking at our data, Bolstadøyri tops the wettest-cities list in Norway for January, with monthly snow/rainfall averaging 330 mm (13 in).
What is the driest city in January in Norway?
Kirkenes is the driest city we have data for in Norway in January, with monthly snowfall close to 32 mm (1.3 in).
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