Norrbotten Weather in January

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

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Kiruna Arjeplog Abisko Arvidsjaur

Considering a trip to Norrbotten, Sweden this January and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Norrbotten in January

Norrbotten, Sweden is a region in Sweden. January in Norrbotten 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 -7°C (19°F) in Kiruna to -3°C (27°F) in Piteå. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -10°C (14°F) in Piteå and -15°C (5°F) in Kiruna. 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.

To explore the conditions in Norrbotten, Sweden in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snowfall in Pajala with an average of 40 mm (1.6 in) to moderate snowfall in Abisko with 86 mm (3.4 in).

Explore Norrbotten by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Norrbotten - and find the best time to visit. (based on Kiruna)

January-7°C (19°F) February-7°C (19°F) March-2°C (28°F) April3°C (37°F) May9°C (48°F) June15°C (59°F) This monthJuly18°C (64°F) August16°C (61°F) September11°C (52°F) October4°C (39°F) November-3°C (27°F) December-5°C (23°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Norrbotten in January

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

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
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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 Norrbotten

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

Temperature range in Norrbotten (January)

Precipitation variation in Norrbotten (January)

Kiruna

In January Kiruna generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -7°C (19°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -15°C (5°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
-5°C (23°F)
-7°C (19°F)
-7°C (19°F)
Min temperature
-13°C (9°F)
-15°C (5°F)
-15°C (5°F)
Monthly snowfall
45 mm (1.8 in)
41 mm (1.6 in)
38 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
14 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Kiruna →

Arjeplog

In January Arjeplog generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -6°C (21°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -13°C (9°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
-4°C (25°F)
-6°C (21°F)
-6°C (21°F)
Min temperature
-10°C (14°F)
-13°C (9°F)
-13°C (9°F)
Monthly snowfall
55 mm (2.2 in)
51 mm (2 in)
45 mm (1.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
18 days
16 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Arjeplog →

Abisko

In January Abisko generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -7°C (19°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -14°C (7°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
-5°C (23°F)
-7°C (19°F)
-7°C (19°F)
Min temperature
-12°C (10°F)
-14°C (7°F)
-14°C (7°F)
Monthly snowfall
84 mm (3.3 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
77 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
17 days
16 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Abisko →

Arvidsjaur

In January Arvidsjaur generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -6°C (21°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -13°C (9°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
-4°C (25°F)
-6°C (21°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Min temperature
-11°C (12°F)
-13°C (9°F)
-13°C (9°F)
Monthly snowfall
52 mm (2 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
40 mm (1.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
15 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Arvidsjaur →

Boden

In January Boden 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 less favorable that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-5°C (23°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Min temperature
-10°C (14°F)
-13°C (9°F)
-13°C (9°F)
Monthly snowfall
57 mm (2.2 in)
51 mm (2 in)
42 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
14 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Boden →

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Kiruna -7°C (19°F) -15°C (5°F) 41 mm (1.6 in)
Arjeplog -6°C (21°F) -13°C (9°F) 51 mm (2 in)
Abisko -7°C (19°F) -14°C (7°F) 86 mm (3.4 in)
Arvidsjaur -6°C (21°F) -13°C (9°F) 47 mm (1.9 in)
Boden -5°C (23°F) -13°C (9°F) 51 mm (2 in)
Gällivare -7°C (19°F) -15°C (5°F) 41 mm (1.6 in)

Norrbotten weather in January: frequently asked questions

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

January in Norrbotten, Sweden brings less favorable weather. In Kiruna, daytime temperatures are typically around -7°C (19°F) and nighttime lows hover near -15°C (5°F).

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

Average temperatures in Norrbotten, Sweden during January range from a nighttime low near -15°C (5°F) to a daytime high around -7°C (19°F) in Kiruna.

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

Not particularly. Kiruna averages just 41 mm (1.6 in) of snow in January, making it a mostly dry month for Norrbotten, Sweden.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Norrbotten, Sweden?

In our view, January might not be the best time to travel to Norrbotten, Sweden with often less favorable weather in Kiruna.

On average, the best time to visit Norrbotten, Sweden is in June, July and August with generally good weather in Kiruna. In contrast, January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December tend to have less favorable weather conditions.

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