Hafjell weather in January (Oppland, Norway)

Is Hafjell a good destination in January, weather-wise? Find out what kind of weather to expect during this month.

Temperatures

During January, Hafjell usually has very low temperatures and moderate snowfall. January is part of the winter season. The daytime often sees temperatures reaching -4°C, but nighttime brings a cool-down to -11°C. This is usually the coldest month of the year, so be sure to prepare with plenty of winter gear.

Precipitation

Hafjell in January usually receives moderate snowfall, averaging around 69 mm for the month. Analyzing past climate data, one can expect approximately 16 days of snow.

Average sunshine

The area experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 27 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Hafjell. July typically offers the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Hafjell, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature -11°C  

Max Temperature -4°C  

Chance of Rain 54%  

Precipitation 69 mm  

Rainy days 16 days  

Sunshine 27 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Lillehammer, Norway (15 KM, 9 Miles).

Where to go in Norway in January

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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?

Visitors traveling to Hafjell should plan on bringing winter clothes, snow boots and a warm winter coat. There will be periods of snow.

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

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