Malmö weather in January (Skåne, Sweden)

What kind of weather does January bring to Malmö? See what weather conditions to anticipate this month with our guide.

Temperatures

During January, Malmö usually has low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. January ushers in the winter season. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 4°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around -1°C. The coldest month of the year calls for plenty of warm layers. Be sure to pack your winter gear.

Precipitation

Malmö in January usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 57 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 17 days of snow/rain are anticipated.

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 Malmö. June, July and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Malmö, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature -1°C  

Max Temperature 4°C  

Water Temperature 3°C  

Chance of Rain 56%  

Precipitation 57 mm  

Rainy days 17 days  

Humidity 86%  

Sunshine 45 hours  

Percentage Sunshine 16%  

Where to go in Sweden in January

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

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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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. With a water temperature of around 3°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

What To Do

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

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

3/10

Walking

3/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

3/10

Interested in more climate information?

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

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