Hønefoss weather in January (Buskerud, Norway)

Is Hønefoss a good destination in January, weather-wise? Our page offers a comprehensive look at the weather you can expect this month.

Temperatures

January in Hønefoss generally includes very low temperatures and moderate snowfall. January is a notable month of the winter season. Daytime temperatures are expected to be around -2°C, cooling off to about -8°C at night. Expect chilly temperatures this month, as it is typically the coldest of the year. Pack accordingly with warm clothes.

Precipitation

Hønefoss in January usually receives moderate snowfall, averaging around 73 mm for the month. Expect around 16 days of snow based on historical data.

Average sunshine

This month sees fewer sunny days, with about 45 hours of sunshine, perfect for those who enjoy cooler temperatures.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Hønefoss. June, July and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Hønefoss, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature -8°C  

Max Temperature -2°C  

Chance of Rain 54%  

Precipitation 73 mm  

Rainy days 16 days  

Humidity 84% *  

Sunshine 45 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Oslo, Norway (45 KM, 28 Miles).

Where to go in Norway 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 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 Hønefoss 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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