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Nordland Weather in January

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

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Planning a getaway to Nordland, Norway 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 Nordland in January

Nordland, Norway is a region in Norway. January in Nordland generally has temperatures that range from very cold to cold, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy. January falls during the winter season.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from very cold in Narvik at -4°C (25°F) to cold in Røst at 5°C (41°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 2°C (36°F) in Røst and -11°C (12°F) in Narvik. In numerous regions in Norway, January is marked by its cold weather conditions. If you're heading to these areas during this month, it's vital to be well-prepared. Dressing in layered and insulated outfits will ensure you stay warm.

For a closer look at conditions across Nordland, Norway, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From high snow/rainfall in Bø Andøya with an average of 107 mm (4.2 in) to heavy snow/rainfall in Mosjøen with 199 mm (7.8 in).

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Best Places to Visit in Nordland in January

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

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 Nordland

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

Temperature range in Nordland (January)

Precipitation variation in Nordland (January)

Reine

In January Reine generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
1°C (34°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly rainfall
138 mm (5.4 in)
119 mm (4.7 in)
107 mm (4.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
29 days
27 days
24 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Reine →

Svolvær

In January Svolvær generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and high 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)
2°C (36°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
153 mm (6 in)
133 mm (5.2 in)
126 mm (5 in)
Monthly rainy days
26 days
24 days
22 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Svolvær →

Kabelvåg

In January Kabelvåg generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and high 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)
3°C (37°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
155 mm (6.1 in)
135 mm (5.3 in)
126 mm (5 in)
Monthly rainy days
26 days
24 days
22 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Kabelvåg →

Bodø

In January Bodø generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C (34°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C (25°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
2°C (36°F)
1°C (34°F)
1°C (34°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-4°C (25°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Monthly sun hours
0 hours
7 hours
49 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
161 mm (6.3 in)
154 mm (6.1 in)
138 mm (5.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
24 days
23 days
21 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Bodø →

Andenes

In January Andenes generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and high 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
1°C (34°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
134 mm (5.3 in)
125 mm (4.9 in)
119 mm (4.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
25 days
23 days
22 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Andenes →

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

Popular cities in January

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Reine 5°C (41°F) 1°C (34°F) 119 mm (4.7 in)
Svolvær 3°C (37°F) -1°C (30°F) 133 mm (5.2 in)
Kabelvåg 3°C (37°F) -1°C (30°F) 135 mm (5.3 in)
Bodø 1°C (34°F) -4°C (25°F) 154 mm (6.1 in)
Andenes 3°C (37°F) -1°C (30°F) 125 mm (4.9 in)
Narvik -4°C (25°F) -11°C (12°F) 133 mm (5.2 in)

Nordland weather in January: frequently asked questions

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

Nordland, Norway typically experiences poor weather in January, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Reine average around 5°C (41°F), and temperatures drop to about 1°C (34°F) at night.

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

In Reine, the average daytime high in January is 5°C (41°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 1°C (34°F).

Does Nordland, Norway get a lot of rain in January?

Yes, January tends to be a wetter month in Nordland, Norway. Average rainfall in Reine sits around 119 mm (4.7 in).

Is January a Good Time to Visit Nordland, Norway?

In our opinion, January may not be the ideal time to visit Nordland, Norway due to the typically poor weather in Reine.

Generally speaking, July and August provide tolerable weather in Reine. The weather in January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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