Østfold Weather in January

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

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Moss Halden Fredrikstad Vortungen

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

What to Expect in Østfold in January

Østfold, Norway is a region in Norway. January in Østfold generally has temperatures that range from very cold to cold, with moderate precipitation. The month of January is in the winter season.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from very cold in Vortungen at 1°C (34°F) to cold in Fredrikstad at 3°C (37°F). At night it cools down to -3°C (27°F) in Fredrikstad and -5°C (23°F) in Vortungen. 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.

For specific regional insights in Østfold, Norway, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Vortungen with an average of 65 mm (2.6 in) to moderate snow/rainfall in Moss with 78 mm (3.1 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine hours are generally lower in most areas during January. Moss experiences about 49 hours of sunlight. If you're looking for brighter destinations, our weather planner can suggest better options.

Explore Østfold by month

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Best Places to Visit in Østfold in January

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

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 Østfold

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

Temperature range in Østfold (January)

Precipitation variation in Østfold (January)

Moss

In January Moss generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C (36°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C (25°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
3°C (37°F)
2°C (36°F)
3°C (37°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-4°C (25°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly sun hours
41 hours
49 hours
80 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
77 mm (3 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Moss →

Halden

In January Halden generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) and moderate 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
-2°C (28°F)
-3°C (27°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
74 mm (2.9 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Halden →

Fredrikstad

In January Fredrikstad generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) and moderate 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 (30°F)
-3°C (27°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly sun hours
41 hours
49 hours
80 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
78 mm (3.1 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Fredrikstad →

Vortungen

In January Vortungen generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C (34°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C (23°F) and moderate 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
-4°C (25°F)
-5°C (23°F)
-6°C (21°F)
Monthly sun hours
39 hours
45 hours
83 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
70 mm (2.8 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Vortungen →

Gressvik

In January Gressvik generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and moderate 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 (30°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly sun hours
41 hours
49 hours
80 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
79 mm (3.1 in)
75 mm (3 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Gressvik →

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

Popular cities in January

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Moss 2°C (36°F) -4°C (25°F) 78 mm (3.1 in)
Halden 3°C (37°F) -3°C (27°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)
Fredrikstad 3°C (37°F) -3°C (27°F) 73 mm (2.9 in)
Vortungen 1°C (34°F) -5°C (23°F) 65 mm (2.6 in)
Gressvik 3°C (37°F) -2°C (28°F) 75 mm (3 in)
Sarpsborg 3°C (37°F) -3°C (27°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)

Østfold weather in January: frequently asked questions

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

Expect poor weather across Østfold, Norway in January. The popular destination of Moss averages 2°C (36°F) by day and -4°C (25°F) at night during this winter month.

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

In Moss, the average daytime high in January is 2°C (36°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around -4°C (25°F).

Does Østfold, Norway get a lot of snow/rain in January?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Østfold, Norway during January, with Moss averaging close to 78 mm (3.1 in).

Is January a Good Time to Visit Østfold, Norway?

In our view, January might not be the best time to travel to Østfold, Norway with often poor weather in Moss.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June, July and August offering mostly perfect weather in Moss. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

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