Moss weather in January (Østfold, Norway)

How is the weather in Moss in January? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In January, Moss generally has low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. January is a winter month. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 2°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate -4°C. On average, it is the coldest month of the year. So be prepared and make sure to pack winter cloths.

Moss 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 16 days of the month will see snow/rainfall.

The city usually sees around 49 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Moss. June, July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Moss, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature -4°C  

Max Temperature 2°C  

Chance of Rain 53%  

Precipitation 78 mm  

Rainy days 16 days  

Humidity 83% *  

Sunshine 49 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Drammen, Norway (42 KM, 26 Miles).

Where to go in Norway in January

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

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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 Moss 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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