Espoo weather in January (Southern Finland, Finland)

What is the weather forecast for Espoo in January? Get all the weather information you need to plan your visit.

Temperatures

The month of January in Espoo typically brings very low temperatures and moderate snowfall. January is part of the winter season. Daytime temperatures hover around -0°C, while nights can cool down to about -6°C. With temperatures this low, you'll need to dress warmly. Staying prepared is crucial to avoid the discomfort of the cold.

Precipitation

Espoo in January usually receives moderate snowfall, averaging around 60 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 20 days of snow are anticipated.

Average sunshine

This month sees fewer sunny days, with about 39 hours of sunshine, perfect for those who enjoy cooler temperatures.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Espoo. July and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Espoo, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature -6°C  

Max Temperature -0°C  

Water Temperature 0°C *  

Chance of Rain 67%  

Precipitation 60 mm  

Rainy days 20 days  

Humidity 88% *  

Windspeed 14 km/h *  

Sunshine 39 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Helsinki, Finland (19 KM, 12 Miles).

Where to go in Finland in January

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

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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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 Espoo should plan on bringing winter clothes, snow boots and a warm winter coat. There will be periods of snow. With a water temperature of around 0°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

What To Do

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

Swimming

1/10

Cycling

1/10

Walking

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 Espoo.

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