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Heel Weather in January

January in Heel averages 7°C (45°F) during the day and 1°C (34°F) at night. Quite a bit of rainfall is typical this month, with around 70 mm (2.8 in) on average. An umbrella is a good idea.

Rainfall in Heel in January

On average, there are about 19 days with rain during this month, averaging 70 mm (2.8 in). Expect plenty of grey, overcast days rather than intense storms. The rain rarely amounts to much on any given day.

Temperature in Heel in January

Expect highs of 7°C (45°F) in Heel in January, with nights dropping to around 1°C (34°F). January is in the winter season. Expect a cold feel throughout the day, not just in the mornings and evenings. Warm layers are essential. Nights fall to 1°C (34°F), which is cold enough to feel it indoors too. A good thick duvet makes all the difference for a comfortable night's sleep. It's generally the coldest month of the year, making it essential to pack warm layers and winter accessories.

Sunshine in Heel in January

The area sees fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 53 hours of sunshine. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer overcast conditions over bright sunny days.

January in Heel has its charm, but if you're looking for destinations with pleasant temperatures and sunny skies, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.

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Heel Temperature in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 1°C (34°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 7°C (45°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 64%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 70 mm (2.8 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 19 days  
HumidityHumidity 90% *  
SunshineSunshine 53 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Kleine Brogel, Belgium (29 KM, 18 Miles).

Best Places in the Netherlands in January

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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 (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Heel in January

We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Heel in January. You could start with thermal underwear or a good base layer to keep your core warm on the cooler days this month. Maybe also add a sweater or fleece, and top it off with a windproof jacket. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.

What To Do in Heel in January

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

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