Fredrikstad weather in January (Østfold, Norway)

Is Fredrikstad a good destination in January, weather-wise? This guide provides the necessary weather information for your travel plans.

Temperatures

In January, Fredrikstad tends to experience low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. January marks the winter season. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 3°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around -3°C. As the coldest month of the year, it's important to pack plenty of warm clothes and winter gear.

Precipitation

Fredrikstad in January usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 73 mm for the month. Snow/rain is expected on roughly 16 days.

Average sunshine

With limited sunshine this month, there are about 49 hours of sun. It's ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Fredrikstad. June, July and August generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Fredrikstad, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature -3°C  

Max Temperature 3°C  

Chance of Rain 54%  

Precipitation 73 mm  

Rainy days 16 days  

Humidity 83% *  

Sunshine 49 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Drammen, Norway (72 KM, 44 Miles).

Where to go in Norway in January

Find out more about the weather in Norway 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?

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

3/10

Walking

3/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

3/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Fredrikstad.

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