Hammerfest weather in January (Finnmark, Norway)

Curious about the climate in Hammerfest this January? Curious if the timing is right for your trip? Our page offers an in-depth look at the monthly weather conditions.

Temperatures

The month of January in Hammerfest typically brings very low temperatures and moderate snowfall. During January, you’ll experience the winter season. As the day progresses, temperatures can peak at -2°C. Luckily at nightfall, they typically drop to -8°C. This month is marked by cold temperatures, so wearing layers is key to staying warm. Don't be caught off-guard by the cold.

Precipitation

Hammerfest in January usually receives moderate snowfall, averaging around 96 mm for the month. Climate data suggests that about 10 days will experience snowfall.

Average sunshine

With limited sunshine this month, there are about 1 hour 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 Hammerfest. July and August typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Hammerfest, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature -8°C  

Max Temperature -2°C  

Chance of Rain 33%  

Precipitation 96 mm  

Rainy days 10 days  

Humidity 77% *  

Sunshine 1 hour *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Ittoqqortoormiit, Greenland (68 KM, 42 Miles).

Where to go in Norway in January

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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 Hammerfest 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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