Groningen weather in January (Groningen Province, Netherlands)

Is January a good time to explore Groningen weather-wise? Our guide gives you the essential weather details for this month.

Temperatures

In January, Groningen tends to experience low temperatures and moderate rainfall. Experience the winter season in January. During the day, temperatures usually reach up to 6°C. At night, they tend to fall to approximately 1°C. Prepare for the coldest month of the year by packing warm and cozy winter cloths.

Precipitation

Groningen in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 70 mm for the month. Expect around 20 days of rain based on historical data.

Average sunshine

With limited sunshine this month, there are about 62 hours of sun. It's ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

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

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

 

Groningen, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 1°C  

Max Temperature 6°C  

Chance of Rain 66%  

Precipitation 70 mm  

Rainy days 20 days  

Humidity 89% *  

Windspeed 18 km/h *  

Sunshine 62 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 24% *  

* Data from: Eelde, the Netherlands (9 KM, 5 Miles).

Where to go in the Netherlands in January

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

Weather conditions Weather

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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

4/10

Walking

4/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

Interested in more climate information?

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

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