Noord-Holland weather in January
Planning a journey to Noord-Holland this January and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:
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. In January, it is winter.
You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 7°C and nighttime temperatures around 2°C in Amsterdam. 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.
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. Most cities witness limited sunny days, expect roughly 64 hours of sunlight in Amsterdam. This low amount of sunlight is perfect for those who lean towards dimmer, cloudier weather rather than intense sunny days.
To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Noord-Holland in January, check out the map below. For more details on the yearly weather, visit our Noord-Holland climate page.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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