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Holland weather in January (Michigan, United States of America)

What should you pack for a trip to Holland in January? Check out our in-depth weather guide for this month.

Temperatures

During January, Holland usually has very low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. The month of January belongs to the winter season. Daytime temperatures generally settle around 0°C, while nighttime can see a dip to about -6°C. The month is chilly, so ensure you're equipped and dress warmly. Preparation becomes key in these temperatures.

Precipitation

Holland in January usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 84 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 20 days of the month will see snow/rainfall.

Average sunshine

With limited sunshine this month, there are about 91 hours 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 Holland. July, August and September typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, 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 Holland climate page with graphs.

 

Holland, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -6°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 0°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 66%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 84 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 20 days  
HumidityHumidity 76% *  
SunshineSunshine 91 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 31% *  
* Data from: Grand Rapids, the United States of America (40 KM, 25 Miles).

Where to go in the United States of America in January

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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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?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Holland.

Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to the United States of America? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in the United States of America. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal travel conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.