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Mandal Weather in January

January in Mandal sees daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and lows of 1°C (34°F) at night. With around 144 mm (5.7 in) of rainfall expected, it's worth packing a rain jacket.

Rainfall in Mandal in January

Historically, the month has about 23 days of rain, averaging 144 mm (5.7 in) in total. This month brings frequent, heavy showers. Both the number of wet days and the rainfall totals are on the high side.

Temperature in Mandal in January

January in Mandal sees highs of 5°C (41°F) and lows of 1°C (34°F) overnight. January is a notable month of the winter season. Expect a cold feel throughout the day, not just in the mornings and evenings. Warm layers are essential. With overnight lows of 1°C (34°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.

Sunshine in Mandal in January

The area sees fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 44 hours of sunshine. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer overcast conditions over bright sunny days.

January in Mandal can still be great, but if you prefer pleasant temperatures along with dry and sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.

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Mandal Temperature in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 1°C (34°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 5°C (41°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 76%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 144 mm (5.7 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 23 days  
SunshineSunshine 44 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Kristiansand, Norway (34 KM, 21 Miles).

Best Places 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 (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Mandal in January

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Mandal in January. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags. Sunglasses aren't essential this month, though you might want them for the occasional bright moment.

What To Do in Mandal in January

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

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

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