Groningen Province Weather in January

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

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Groningen Pieterburen Sellingen Bad-Nieuweschans

Considering a trip to Groningen Province, the Netherlands 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 Groningen Province in January

Groningen Province, the Netherlands is a region in the Netherlands. January in Groningen Province generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. January is a winter month.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 6°C (43°F) and nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) in Groningen. 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 specific regional insights in Groningen Province, the Netherlands, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Lutjegast with an average of 68 mm (2.7 in) to moderate rainfall in Uithuizen with 83 mm (3.3 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine hours are generally lower in most areas during January. Groningen experiences about 62 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 Groningen Province in January

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

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 Groningen Province

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

Temperature range in Groningen Province (January)

Precipitation variation in Groningen Province (January)

Groningen

In January Groningen generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
6°C (43°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
1°C (34°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
59 hours
62 hours
89 hours
Monthly rainfall
69 mm (2.7 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
20 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Groningen →

Pieterburen

In January Pieterburen generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
7°C (45°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
59 hours
62 hours
89 hours
Monthly rainfall
86 mm (3.4 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
20 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Pieterburen →

Sellingen

In January Sellingen generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
6°C (43°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
1°C (34°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
31 hours
36 hours
68 hours
Monthly rainfall
73 mm (2.9 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
19 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Sellingen →

Bad-Nieuweschans

In January Bad-Nieuweschans generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
6°C (43°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
1°C (34°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
50 hours
52 hours
72 hours
Monthly rainfall
71 mm (2.8 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
19 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Bad-Nieuweschans →

Delfzijl

In January Delfzijl generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
6°C (43°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
1°C (34°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
50 hours
52 hours
72 hours
Monthly rainfall
75 mm (3 in)
75 mm (3 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
19 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Delfzijl →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Groningen Province, in the Netherlands.

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 Groningen Province in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Groningen 6°C (43°F) 1°C (34°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)
Pieterburen 7°C (45°F) 2°C (36°F) 80 mm (3.1 in)
Sellingen 6°C (43°F) 1°C (34°F) 73 mm (2.9 in)
Bad-Nieuweschans 6°C (43°F) 1°C (34°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)
Delfzijl 6°C (43°F) 1°C (34°F) 75 mm (3 in)
Bourtange 6°C (43°F) 1°C (34°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)

Groningen Province weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Groningen Province, the Netherlands in January?

January in Groningen Province, the Netherlands brings poor weather. In Groningen, daytime temperatures are typically around 6°C (43°F) and nighttime lows hover near 1°C (34°F).

What is the average temperature in Groningen Province, the Netherlands in January?

In Groningen, the average daytime high in January is 6°C (43°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 1°C (34°F).

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Groningen Province, the Netherlands during January, with Groningen averaging close to 70 mm (2.8 in).

Is January a Good Time to Visit Groningen Province, the Netherlands?

In our view, January might not be the best time to travel to Groningen Province, the Netherlands with often poor weather in Groningen.

Generally speaking, June, July, August and September provide perfect weather in Groningen. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, November and December tend to be poor.

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