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Gotland Weather in January

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

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Visby Tofta Klintehamn Ljugarn

Considering a trip to Gotland, 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 Gotland in January

Gotland, Sweden is a region in Sweden. January in Gotland generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. During January, winter is in full swing.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 4°C (39°F) and nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) in Visby. January is a very cold month in some areas, so be prepared and make sure to dress up warm.

For specific regional insights in Gotland, Sweden, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Endre with an average of 43 mm (1.7 in) to moderate snow/rainfall in Fårö with 55 mm (2.2 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine hours are generally lower in most areas during January. Visby experiences about 38 hours of sunlight. If you're looking for brighter destinations, our weather planner can suggest better options.

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Best Places to Visit in Gotland in January

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

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 Gotland

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

Temperature range in Gotland (January)

Precipitation variation in Gotland (January)

Visby

In January Visby generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
32 hours
38 hours
72 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
56 mm (2.2 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
45 mm (1.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
19 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Visby →

Tofta

In January Tofta generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
0°C (32°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
32 hours
38 hours
72 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
62 mm (2.4 in)
51 mm (2 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
19 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Tofta →

Klintehamn

In January Klintehamn generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
0°C (32°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
32 hours
38 hours
72 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
61 mm (2.4 in)
50 mm (2 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
19 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Klintehamn →

Ljugarn

In January Ljugarn generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
32 hours
38 hours
72 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
55 mm (2.2 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
46 mm (1.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
19 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Ljugarn →

Nyhamn

In January Nyhamn generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly sun hours
32 hours
38 hours
72 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
53 mm (2.1 in)
45 mm (1.8 in)
44 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
19 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Nyhamn →

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Visby 4°C (39°F) -1°C (30°F) 47 mm (1.9 in)
Tofta 4°C (39°F) 0°C (32°F) 51 mm (2 in)
Klintehamn 4°C (39°F) 0°C (32°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Ljugarn 4°C (39°F) -1°C (30°F) 47 mm (1.9 in)
Nyhamn 4°C (39°F) -1°C (30°F) 45 mm (1.8 in)
Slite 4°C (39°F) 0°C (32°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)

Gotland weather in January: frequently asked questions

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

In January, Gotland, Sweden generally has poor weather conditions. Visby sees daytime temperatures near 4°C (39°F), with nights cooling to roughly -1°C (30°F).

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

Daytime temperatures in Visby peak at roughly 4°C (39°F) in January, dropping to about -1°C (30°F) overnight.

Does Gotland, Sweden get a lot of snow/rain in January?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Gotland, Sweden during January, with Visby averaging close to 47 mm (1.9 in).

Is January a Good Time to Visit Gotland, Sweden?

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

On average, the best time to visit Gotland, Sweden is in July and August with generally perfect weather in Visby. The weather in January, February, March, April, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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