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Malmö in January averages 4°C (39°F) during the day and -1°C (30°F) at night. This is part of the winter season. Some snow/rainfall is to be expected.
January in Malmö 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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51-year average (1976-2026)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Malmö typically stay consistent throughout January, with daily highs averaging around 4°C (39°F). Nights are very cold, with lows typically ranging from -3°C (27°F) to 0°C (32°F).
51-year average (1976-2026)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Browse day-by-day weather records for Malmö spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
The extremes listed below come from historical weather data collected in Malmö from 1976 through 2025.
Find out more about the weather in Sweden and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Sweden in January →
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).
Cold weather calls for smart layering in January. A thermal base layer makes a huge difference in staying warm. Add a wool sweater or fleece, then a wind-resistant outer jacket. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days. The water temperature sits at about 3°C (37°F), which is too chilly for most people to enjoy swimming. Leave the swimsuit at home unless you love cold water. You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity Water Temp
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Where to go in January - average daytime high across popular destinations.
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Stockholm is one of the most beautiful cities in the world
The Swedish capital is special because of the mix of culture, nature and city. It's a city that should be on everyone's bucket list.
Nordic skating in Sweden
In between the snowy hills and dense pine forests you will find an innumerable amount of lakes in Sweden, large and small ones on which you can skate wonderfully.
Sleep among the trees in Sweden
If you are looking for a tranquil retreat in Swedish Lapland we recommend to stay at Granó Beckasin. It has a fantastic location on the Ume river where you will experience silence and tranquility.
See the northern lights
The northern lights, polar light or Aarora Borealis is a true spectacle of nature! Green, sometimes purple, red and yellow streaks of light colors the dark skies.