Ameland Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Ameland, the Netherlands in January.

Planning a getaway to Ameland, the Netherlands this January and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Ameland in January

Ameland, the Netherlands is a region in the Netherlands. January in Ameland generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. January falls during the winter season.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 7°C (45°F) and nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) in Hollum.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Ameland, the Netherlands, check out the map below.

Precipitation

January is a moderate rainy month with an average rainfall of around 82 mm (3.2 in) in Hollum.

Average sunshine

Sunshine hours are generally lower in most areas during January. Hollum experiences about 67 hours of sunlight. If you're looking for brighter destinations, our weather planner can suggest better options.

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Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Ameland — and find the best time to visit. (based on Hollum)

Best Places to Visit in Ameland in January

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Ameland.

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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).

Popular Destinations in Ameland

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in Ameland, the Netherlands?

Temperature range in Ameland (January)

Precipitation variation in Ameland (January)

Hollum

In January Hollum generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
7°C (45°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
62 hours
67 hours
95 hours
Monthly rainfall
96 mm (3.8 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
20 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Nes

In January Nes generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
7°C (45°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
62 hours
67 hours
95 hours
Monthly rainfall
94 mm (3.7 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
20 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Buren

In January Buren generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
7°C (45°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
62 hours
67 hours
95 hours
Monthly rainfall
94 mm (3.7 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
20 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Ballum

In January Ballum generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
7°C (45°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
62 hours
67 hours
95 hours
Monthly rainfall
95 mm (3.7 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
20 days
13 days
Weather conditions

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In our records: the Netherlands January extremes

Notable January records observed across cities in the Netherlands in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • Based on our data, the coldest January night in the Netherlands dropped to -22°C (-8°F) in Groningen on January 5, 1979.
  • In our records, the coldest January daytime high in the Netherlands was -13°C (9°F) in Winterswijk on January 14, 1987.
  • From our sources, the wettest January day in the Netherlands brought 370 mm (15 in) in Maastricht on January 15, 2000.

Popular cities in January

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Ameland in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Hollum 7°C (45°F) 3°C (37°F) 82 mm (3.2 in)
Nes 7°C (45°F) 3°C (37°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)
Buren 7°C (45°F) 3°C (37°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)
Ballum 7°C (45°F) 3°C (37°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)

Ameland weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Ameland, the Netherlands in January?

Ameland, the Netherlands typically experiences poor weather in January, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Hollum average around 7°C (45°F), and temperatures drop to about 3°C (37°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Ameland, the Netherlands in January?

In Hollum, the average daytime high in January is 7°C (45°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 3°C (37°F).

Does Ameland, the Netherlands get a lot of rain in January?

January is on the drier side in Ameland, the Netherlands. Hollum averages only about 82 mm (3.2 in), with most days staying dry.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Ameland, the Netherlands?

In our opinion, January may not be the ideal time to visit Ameland, the Netherlands due to the typically poor weather in Hollum.

Generally speaking, July provides perfect weather in Hollum. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March and December tend to be poor.

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