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Weather in January in Noord-Holland

Are you planning a trip a to Noord-Holland in January and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What is the weather like in Noord-Holland in January?

Noord-Holland is a region in the Netherlands. January in Noord-Holland generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. It's the height of winter.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 7°C and nighttime temperatures around 2°C in Amsterdam. To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Noord-Holland in January, check out the map below. In general, this month stands out as the coldest period throughout the year. Given the lower temperatures, it's essential to be well-prepared. Packing the right winter clothing and necessary accessories can make a significant difference in ensuring your comfort and well-being during this chilly season.

For specific regional insights in Noord-Holland, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Broek in Waterland with an average of 69 mm to moderate rainfall in Wijk aan Zee with 86 mm.

Average sunshine

Most areas see fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 64 hours of sunshine in Amsterdam. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer dimmer, overcast conditions over bright sunny days.

For a more detailed look at Noord-Holland's conditions throughout the year, check out our Noord-Holland climate page.

Where to go in Noord-Holland in January

Find more information for the most popular destinations in the Noord-Holland on the map below. Click on a destination dot for more details.

Weather conditions Weather
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

Select a Month of Interest

Check the conditions for any month of the year.

For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit the Netherlands, check out our Noord-Holland's climate page.

Popular destinations

What is the weather like in January for the 5 most popular destinations in Noord-Holland?

Amsterdam

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

Amsterdam
minimum temparatureMax temperature minimum temparatureMax temp
maximum temparatureMin temperature maximum temparatureMin temp
sun hoursMonthly sun hours sun hoursSun hours
precipitationMonthly rainfall precipitationRainfall
rain daysMonthly rainy days rain daysRainy days
conditionsWeather conditions conditionsWeather
<<   Annual Annual
<<  
14°C 
8°C 
1,653 hours 
942 mm 
186 days 
poor 
January January
7°C 
2°C 
64 hours 
77 mm 
19 days 
poor 
February   >> February
>>  
8°C 
2°C 
88 hours 
69 mm 
12 days 
poor 
Climate in Amsterdam

Zandvoort

In January Zandvoort generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

Zandvoort
minimum temparatureMax temperature minimum temparatureMax temp
maximum temparatureMin temperature maximum temparatureMin temp
precipitationMonthly rainfall precipitationRainfall
rain daysMonthly rainy days rain daysRainy days
conditionsWeather conditions conditionsWeather
<<   Annual Annual
<<  
14°C 
9°C 
1012 mm 
188 days 
tolerable 
January January
7°C 
3°C 
84 mm 
19 days 
poor 
February   >> February
>>  
7°C 
3°C 
73 mm 
12 days 
poor 
Climate in Zandvoort

De Koog

In January De Koog generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

De Koog
minimum temparatureMax temperature minimum temparatureMax temp
maximum temparatureMin temperature maximum temparatureMin temp
sun hoursMonthly sun hours sun hoursSun hours
precipitationMonthly rainfall precipitationRainfall
rain daysMonthly rainy days rain daysRainy days
conditionsWeather conditions conditionsWeather
<<   Annual Annual
<<  
13°C 
10°C 
1,896 hours 
964 mm 
197 days 
poor 
January January
8°C 
4°C 
71 hours 
82 mm 
20 days 
poor 
February   >> February
>>  
7°C 
4°C 
99 hours 
69 mm 
14 days 
poor 
Climate in De Koog

Haarlem

In January Haarlem generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

Haarlem
minimum temparatureMax temperature minimum temparatureMax temp
maximum temparatureMin temperature maximum temparatureMin temp
sun hoursMonthly sun hours sun hoursSun hours
precipitationMonthly rainfall precipitationRainfall
rain daysMonthly rainy days rain daysRainy days
conditionsWeather conditions conditionsWeather
<<   Annual Annual
<<  
14°C 
9°C 
1,656 hours 
982 mm 
187 days 
poor 
January January
7°C 
3°C 
63 hours 
81 mm 
19 days 
poor 
February   >> February
>>  
7°C 
3°C 
89 hours 
71 mm 
12 days 
poor 
Climate in Haarlem

Egmond aan Zee

In January Egmond aan Zee generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

Egmond aan Zee
minimum temparatureMax temperature minimum temparatureMax temp
maximum temparatureMin temperature maximum temparatureMin temp
precipitationMonthly rainfall precipitationRainfall
rain daysMonthly rainy days rain daysRainy days
conditionsWeather conditions conditionsWeather
<<   Annual Annual
<<  
14°C 
9°C 
991 mm 
191 days 
poor 
January January
8°C 
3°C 
83 mm 
20 days 
poor 
February   >> February
>>  
7°C 
3°C 
71 mm 
13 days 
poor 
Climate in Egmond aan Zee

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Noord-Holland, in the Netherlands.

Is January the best time to visit Noord-Holland?

In our view, January might not be the best time to travel to Noord-Holland with often poor weather in Amsterdam.

On average, the best time to visit Noord-Holland is in June, July and August with generally perfect weather in Amsterdam. The weather in January, February, March and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Noord-Holland.

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