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Heemskerk Weather in January

With daytime temperatures of 7°C (45°F) and nighttime lows of 3°C (37°F), January in Heemskerk brings low temperatures during the day. Do keep in mind that quite a bit of rainfall is typical. Around 81 mm (3.2 in) falls on average.

Rainfall in Heemskerk in January

Typically around 19 days of rainfall are expected, averaging 81 mm (3.2 in) for the month. Expect plenty of grey, overcast days rather than intense storms. The rain rarely amounts to much on any given day.

Temperature in Heemskerk in January

In January, Heemskerk gets low temperatures, with highs of 7°C (45°F). Nights cool to around 3°C (37°F). Experience the winter season in January. Temperatures remain on the cold side all day. A proper warm jacket is worth having, not just for evenings. With overnight lows of 3°C (37°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.

Average water temperature in January

The water sits at 7°C (45°F) this month, which is well below what most people consider swimmable. Wetsuits help, but expect it to still feel cold.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Heemskerk. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

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Heemskerk Temperature in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 3°C (37°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 7°C (45°F)  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 7°C (45°F) *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 64%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 81 mm (3.2 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 19 days  
* Data from: Zandvoort, the Netherlands (18 KM, 11 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 Heemskerk in January

We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Heemskerk 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. High rain levels are expected, so pack waterproof gear and an umbrella or poncho. With water temperatures around 7°C (45°F), the water is quite cold for swimming. You can skip the swimwear unless you're particularly tough.

What To Do in Heemskerk in January

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Cycling
4/10
Walking
4/10
Barbeque
1/10
Camping
4/10
Outdoor sports
4/10

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