Weather in January in Finnmark
Considering a trip to Finnmark this January and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:
What is the weather like in Finnmark in January?
Finnmark is a region in Norway. January in Finnmark generally has very cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. In January, it is winter.
Temperatures
The average maximum temperatures are very cold and range from -7°C in Skoganvarre to 1°C in Gjesvær. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -4°C in Gjesvær and -14°C in Skoganvarre. 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.
Precipitation
In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snowfall in Kirkenes with an average of 32 mm to moderate snowfall in Hammerfest with 96 mm.For specific regional insights in Finnmark for January, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Finnmark climate page.
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What is the weather like in January for the 5 most popular destinations in Finnmark?
Alta
In January Alta generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -6°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -13°C and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Karasjok
In January Karasjok generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -7°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -15°C and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Gjesvær
In January Gjesvær generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Kirkenes
In January Kirkenes generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -6°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -13°C and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Skarsvåg
In January Skarsvåg generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Finnmark, in Norway.
Is January the best time to visit Finnmark?
In our opinion, January may not be the ideal time to visit Finnmark due to the typically poor weather in Alta.
Generally speaking, July and August provide tolerable weather in Alta. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December tend to be poor.
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