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Meppel Weather in January

January in Meppel brings low temperatures, with highs of 7°C (45°F) and nights dropping to 1°C (34°F). Rainfall is on the higher side this month, averaging around 72 mm (2.8 in), so keep a rain jacket handy.

Rainfall in Meppel in January

Historically, January sees about 19 days of rain, with a monthly average of 72 mm (2.8 in). Expect plenty of grey, overcast days rather than intense storms. The rain rarely amounts to much on any given day.

Temperature in Meppel in January

Expect highs of 7°C (45°F) in Meppel in January, with nights dropping to around 1°C (34°F). The month of January belongs to the winter season. Expect a cold feel throughout the day, not just in the mornings and evenings. Warm layers are essential. At 1°C (34°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions. The month is typically the coldest, so be sure to prepare by packing plenty of warm clothing.

Sunshine in Meppel in January

The area experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 36 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. June, July, August and September typically offer the best weather for Meppel.

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Meppel Temperature in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 1°C (34°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 7°C (45°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 64%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 72 mm (2.8 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 19 days  
HumidityHumidity 90% *  
SunshineSunshine 36 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 14% *  
* Data from: Assen, the Netherlands (41 KM, 25 Miles).

Best Places in the Netherlands 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 Meppel in January

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Meppel 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. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. With limited sunshine expected, sunglasses aren't a priority for packing.

What To Do in Meppel in January

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

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

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