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Jämtland Weather in January

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

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Östersund Åre Funäsdalen Klövsjö

Planning a journey to Jämtland, Sweden this January and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Jämtland in January

Jämtland, Sweden is a region in Sweden. January in Jämtland generally has very cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. It's the height of winter.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are very cold and range from -4°C (25°F) in Ramundberget to -2°C (28°F) in Östersund. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -9°C (16°F) in Östersund and -10°C (14°F) in Ramundberget. On average, January is the coldest month of the year in Jämtland, Sweden. So be prepared and make sure to pack winter cloths.

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

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snowfall in Hede with an average of 44 mm (1.7 in) to high snowfall in Storlien with 115 mm (4.5 in).

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Best Places to Visit in Jämtland in January

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

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 Jämtland

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

Temperature range in Jämtland (January)

Precipitation variation in Jämtland (January)

Åre

In January Åre 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)
-2°C (28°F)
Min temperature
-7°C (19°F)
-9°C (16°F)
-9°C (16°F)
Monthly snowfall
67 mm (2.6 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
20 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Åre →

Östersund

In January Östersund 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)
-2°C (28°F)
Min temperature
-7°C (19°F)
-9°C (16°F)
-9°C (16°F)
Monthly snowfall
48 mm (1.9 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
38 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
15 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Östersund →

Funäsdalen

In January Funäsdalen generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -4°C (25°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
-3°C (27°F)
-4°C (25°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Min temperature
-10°C (14°F)
-10°C (14°F)
-10°C (14°F)
Monthly snowfall
52 mm (2 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
20 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Funäsdalen →

Klövsjö

In January Klövsjö generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -3°C (27°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
-2°C (28°F)
-3°C (27°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Min temperature
-10°C (14°F)
-11°C (12°F)
-11°C (12°F)
Monthly sun hours
13 hours
27 hours
62 hours
Monthly snowfall
47 mm (1.9 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
38 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
16 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Klövsjö →

Ljungdalen

In January Ljungdalen generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -4°C (25°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
-3°C (27°F)
-4°C (25°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Min temperature
-9°C (16°F)
-10°C (14°F)
-10°C (14°F)
Monthly snowfall
61 mm (2.4 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
20 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Ljungdalen →

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Östersund -2°C (28°F) -9°C (16°F) 48 mm (1.9 in)
Åre -2°C (28°F) -9°C (16°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)
Funäsdalen -4°C (25°F) -10°C (14°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Klövsjö -3°C (27°F) -11°C (12°F) 47 mm (1.9 in)
Ljungdalen -4°C (25°F) -10°C (14°F) 66 mm (2.6 in)
Vemdalen -3°C (27°F) -11°C (12°F) 45 mm (1.8 in)

Jämtland weather in January: frequently asked questions

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

January in Jämtland, Sweden brings poor weather. In Åre, daytime temperatures are typically around -2°C (28°F) and nighttime lows hover near -9°C (16°F).

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

Daytime temperatures in Åre peak at roughly -2°C (28°F) in January, dropping to about -9°C (16°F) overnight.

Does Jämtland, Sweden get a lot of snow in January?

January is on the drier side in Jämtland, Sweden. Åre averages only about 72 mm (2.8 in), with most days staying dry.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Jämtland, Sweden?

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

Generally speaking, July provides tolerable weather in Åre. In contrast, January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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