Dalarna Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Dalarna, Sweden in January.

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Rättvik Stöten Orsa Falun

Considering a trip to Dalarna, Sweden this January and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Dalarna in January

Dalarna, Sweden is a region in Sweden. January in Dalarna generally has very cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. January is a winter month.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are very cold and range from -4°C (25°F) in Grövelsjön to 0°C (32°F) in Avesta. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -6°C (21°F) in Avesta and -10°C (14°F) in Grövelsjön. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year. Making it a great time for staying indoors and enjoying the warmth. Make sure you're prepared by packing the right winter outfits.

For a closer look at conditions across Dalarna, Sweden, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Avesta with an average of 44 mm (1.7 in) to moderate snow/rainfall in Lima with 59 mm (2.3 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is more limited in many areas during this month. Rättvik receives about 46 hours of sunlight. For sunnier weather, check our weather planner to find destinations with better conditions.

Explore Dalarna by month

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Best Places to Visit in Dalarna in January

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

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
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).

Popular Destinations in Dalarna

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in Dalarna, Sweden?

Temperature range in Dalarna (January)

Precipitation variation in Dalarna (January)

Rättvik

In January Rättvik generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -1°C (30°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -8°C (18°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
0°C (32°F)
-1°C (30°F)
0°C (32°F)
Min temperature
-6°C (21°F)
-8°C (18°F)
-8°C (18°F)
Monthly sun hours
48 hours
46 hours
75 hours
Monthly snowfall
51 mm (2 in)
46 mm (1.8 in)
38 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Rättvik →

Stöten

In January Stöten generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -3°C (27°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -10°C (14°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
-2°C (28°F)
-3°C (27°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Min temperature
-9°C (16°F)
-10°C (14°F)
-10°C (14°F)
Monthly snowfall
60 mm (2.4 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
17 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Stöten →

Orsa

In January Orsa generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -2°C (28°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -8°C (18°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
0°C (32°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Min temperature
-7°C (19°F)
-8°C (18°F)
-9°C (16°F)
Monthly snowfall
57 mm (2.2 in)
52 mm (2 in)
42 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Orsa →

Falun

In January Falun generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -1°C (30°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -7°C (19°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
1°C (34°F)
-1°C (30°F)
0°C (32°F)
Min temperature
-6°C (21°F)
-7°C (19°F)
-8°C (18°F)
Monthly sun hours
48 hours
46 hours
75 hours
Monthly snowfall
52 mm (2 in)
45 mm (1.8 in)
38 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Falun →

Lindvallen

In January Lindvallen generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -3°C (27°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -10°C (14°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
-2°C (28°F)
-3°C (27°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Min temperature
-9°C (16°F)
-10°C (14°F)
-10°C (14°F)
Monthly snowfall
59 mm (2.3 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
46 mm (1.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Lindvallen →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Dalarna, in Sweden.

In our records: Sweden January extremes

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

  • From our sources, the wettest January day in Sweden brought 258 mm (10 in) in Ystad on January 17, 1981.

Popular cities in January

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Rättvik -1°C (30°F) -8°C (18°F) 46 mm (1.8 in)
Stöten -3°C (27°F) -10°C (14°F) 58 mm (2.3 in)
Orsa -2°C (28°F) -8°C (18°F) 52 mm (2 in)
Falun -1°C (30°F) -7°C (19°F) 45 mm (1.8 in)
Lindvallen -3°C (27°F) -10°C (14°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Högfjället -3°C (27°F) -10°C (14°F) 57 mm (2.2 in)

Dalarna weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Dalarna, Sweden in January?

January in Dalarna, Sweden brings poor weather. In Rättvik, daytime temperatures are typically around -1°C (30°F) and nighttime lows hover near -8°C (18°F).

What is the average temperature in Dalarna, Sweden in January?

Rättvik averages a daytime maximum of -1°C (30°F) in January, with overnight lows close to -8°C (18°F).

Does Dalarna, Sweden get a lot of snow in January?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Dalarna, Sweden during January, with Rättvik averaging close to 46 mm (1.8 in).

Is January a Good Time to Visit Dalarna, Sweden?

In our view, January might not be the best time to travel to Dalarna, Sweden with often poor weather in Rättvik.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in July and August offering mostly perfect weather in Rättvik. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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