Halland Weather in January

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

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Falkenberg Halmstad Varberg Laholm

Planning a getaway to Halland, Sweden 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 Halland in January

Halland, Sweden is a region in Sweden. January in Halland generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. The month of January is in the winter season.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 4°C (39°F) and nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) in Falkenberg. 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.

To explore the conditions in Halland, Sweden in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Floalt with an average of 69 mm (2.7 in) to moderate snow/rainfall in Sävekulla with 82 mm (3.2 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is quite limited in many locations during January. Falkenberg receives roughly 51 hours of sunlight. For destinations with more sunshine, our weather planner offers alternatives worldwide.

Explore Halland by month

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

January4°C (39°F) February4°C (39°F) March7°C (45°F) April12°C (54°F) May17°C (63°F) June20°C (68°F) This monthJuly22°C (72°F) August22°C (72°F) September18°C (64°F) October12°C (54°F) November8°C (46°F) December5°C (41°F)
Best Time to Visit Halland →

Best Places to Visit in Halland in January

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

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 Halland

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

Temperature range in Halland (January)

Precipitation variation in Halland (January)

Falkenberg

In January Falkenberg 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)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly sun hours
42 hours
51 hours
66 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
86 mm (3.4 in)
77 mm (3 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Falkenberg →

Halmstad

In January Halmstad generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°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)
3°C (37°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly sun hours
42 hours
51 hours
66 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
80 mm (3.1 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Halmstad →

Varberg

In January Varberg 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)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
42 hours
51 hours
66 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
90 mm (3.5 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Varberg →

Laholm

In January Laholm generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°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)
3°C (37°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly sun hours
42 hours
51 hours
66 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
75 mm (3 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
18 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Laholm →

Fegen

In January Fegen generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
-3°C (27°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly sun hours
42 hours
51 hours
66 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
85 mm (3.3 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Fegen →

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Falkenberg 4°C (39°F) -1°C (30°F) 77 mm (3 in)
Halmstad 3°C (37°F) -2°C (28°F) 74 mm (2.9 in)
Varberg 4°C (39°F) -1°C (30°F) 80 mm (3.1 in)
Laholm 3°C (37°F) -2°C (28°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)
Fegen 3°C (37°F) -3°C (27°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)
Tvååker 4°C (39°F) -1°C (30°F) 78 mm (3.1 in)

Halland weather in January: frequently asked questions

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

Expect poor weather across Halland, Sweden in January. The popular destination of Falkenberg averages 4°C (39°F) by day and -1°C (30°F) at night during this winter month.

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

In Falkenberg, the average daytime high in January is 4°C (39°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around -1°C (30°F).

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

Not particularly. Falkenberg averages just 77 mm (3 in) of snow/rain in January, making it a mostly dry month for Halland, Sweden.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Halland, Sweden?

In our opinion, January may not be the ideal time to visit Halland, Sweden due to the typically poor weather in Falkenberg.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June and July offering mostly perfect weather in Falkenberg. In contrast, January, February, March, October, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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