Hedmark Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Hedmark, Norway in January.

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Trysil Elga Hamar Trøan

Thinking about venturing to Hedmark, Norway this January and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Hedmark in January

Hedmark, Norway is a region in Norway. January in Hedmark generally has very cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. January falls during the winter season.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are very cold and range from -5°C (23°F) in Akrestrommen to -1°C (30°F) in Skasenden. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -8°C (18°F) in Skasenden and -12°C (10°F) in Akrestrommen. 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 Hedmark, Norway, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snowfall in Tynset with an average of 45 mm (1.8 in) to moderate snowfall in Rena with 69 mm (2.7 in).

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Best Places to Visit in Hedmark in January

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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 Hedmark

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in Hedmark, Norway?

Temperature range in Hedmark (January)

Precipitation variation in Hedmark (January)

Trysil

In January Trysil 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
69 mm (2.7 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
17 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Trysil →

Elga

In January Elga generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -4°C (25°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -11°C (12°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-4°C (25°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Min temperature
-10°C (14°F)
-11°C (12°F)
-11°C (12°F)
Monthly snowfall
46 mm (1.8 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
41 mm (1.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
19 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Elga →

Hamar

In January Hamar generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -2°C (28°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -9°C (16°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Min temperature
-7°C (19°F)
-9°C (16°F)
-9°C (16°F)
Monthly sun hours
18 hours
27 hours
68 hours
Monthly snowfall
63 mm (2.5 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Hamar →

Trøan

In January Trøan generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -5°C (23°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -13°C (9°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
-4°C (25°F)
-5°C (23°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Min temperature
-12°C (10°F)
-13°C (9°F)
-13°C (9°F)
Monthly snowfall
42 mm (1.7 in)
46 mm (1.8 in)
40 mm (1.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
16 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Trøan →

Ljørdal

In January Ljørdal 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
62 mm (2.4 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
17 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Ljørdal →

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

Popular cities in January

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Trysil -3°C (27°F) -10°C (14°F) 66 mm (2.6 in)
Elga -4°C (25°F) -11°C (12°F) 48 mm (1.9 in)
Hamar -2°C (28°F) -9°C (16°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)
Trøan -5°C (23°F) -13°C (9°F) 46 mm (1.8 in)
Ljørdal -3°C (27°F) -10°C (14°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Vestby -3°C (27°F) -10°C (14°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)

Hedmark weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Hedmark, Norway in January?

January in Hedmark, Norway brings poor weather. In Trysil, daytime temperatures are typically around -3°C (27°F) and nighttime lows hover near -10°C (14°F).

What is the average temperature in Hedmark, Norway in January?

Trysil averages a daytime maximum of -3°C (27°F) in January, with overnight lows close to -10°C (14°F).

Does Hedmark, Norway get a lot of snow in January?

Not particularly. Trysil averages just 66 mm (2.6 in) of snow in January, making it a mostly dry month for Hedmark, Norway.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Hedmark, Norway?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Trysil, January may not be the ideal time to visit Hedmark, Norway.

On average, the best time to visit Hedmark, Norway is in July with generally pleasant weather in Trysil. 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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