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Lysekil weather in January (Västra Götaland, Sweden)

What can you expect from the weather in Lysekil during January? This guide provides all the details you need.

In January, Lysekil typically experiences low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. January is a winter month. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 4°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate -1°C. It is a very cold month, so be prepared and make sure to dress up warm. It's always better to be prepared than to find oneself shivering in the cold.

Lysekil in January usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 78 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 15 days of the month will see snow/rainfall.

The area sees fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 42 hours of sunshine. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer cooler, overcast conditions over bright sunny days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Lysekil. July and August generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Lysekil, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -1°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 4°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 49%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 78 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
HumidityHumidity 83% *  
SunshineSunshine 42 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 21% *  
* Data from: Gothenburg, Sweden (32 KM, 20 Miles).

Where to go in Sweden in January

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

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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 Lysekil in January?

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 in January.

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
3/10
Walking
3/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
3/10

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