Härnösand weather in January (Västernorrland, Sweden)

Is January a good time to explore Härnösand weather-wise? Thinking about a visit? Explore this page for a full overview of the weather conditions this month.

Temperatures

January in Härnösand generally includes very low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. The month of January belongs to the winter season. During the day, temperatures usually reach up to 0°C. At night, they tend to fall to approximately -6°C. This month is extremely cold, so be sure to dress in layers to keep warm. Proper preparation can help you stay comfortable.

Precipitation

Härnösand in January usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 60 mm for the month. Analyzing past climate data, one can expect approximately 16 days of snow/rain.

Average sunshine

The month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with roughly 44 hours hours of sunshine. 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 Härnösand. 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 Härnösand climate page with graphs.

 

Härnösand, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature -6°C  

Max Temperature 0°C  

Chance of Rain 55%  

Precipitation 60 mm  

Rainy days 16 days  

Sunshine 44 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Sundsvall, Sweden (42 KM, 26 Miles).

Where to go in Sweden in January

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

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

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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

2/10

Walking

2/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

2/10

Interested in more climate information?

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