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Skåne Weather in January

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

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Planning a journey to Skåne, Sweden this January and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Skåne in January

Skåne, Sweden is a region in Sweden. January in Skåne generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. January falls during the winter season.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 4°C (39°F) and nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) in Malmö. 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 a closer look at conditions across Skåne, Sweden, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Tomelilla with an average of 56 mm (2.2 in) to moderate snow/rainfall in Mölle with 72 mm (2.8 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is quite limited in many locations during January. Malmö receives roughly 45 hours of sunlight. For destinations with more sunshine, our weather planner offers alternatives worldwide.

Explore Skåne by month

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Best Places to Visit in Skåne in January

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

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 Skåne

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

Temperature range in Skåne (January)

Precipitation variation in Skåne (January)

Malmö

In January Malmö generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
4°C (39°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
32 hours
45 hours
66 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
59 mm (2.3 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
52 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Malmö →

Simrishamn

In January Simrishamn generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and moderate 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 sun hours
32 hours
34 hours
55 hours
Monthly rainfall
72 mm (2.8 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Simrishamn →

Lund

In January Lund generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°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
5°C (41°F)
4°C (39°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly sun hours
32 hours
45 hours
66 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
61 mm (2.4 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Lund →

Helsingborg

In January Helsingborg generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
4°C (39°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
40 hours
50 hours
65 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
66 mm (2.6 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Helsingborg →

Ystad

In January Ystad generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
4°C (39°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
0°C (32°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
32 hours
45 hours
66 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
64 mm (2.5 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Ystad →

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Simrishamn 5°C (41°F) 1°C (34°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)
Malmö 4°C (39°F) -1°C (30°F) 57 mm (2.2 in)
Lund 4°C (39°F) -2°C (28°F) 59 mm (2.3 in)
Helsingborg 4°C (39°F) -1°C (30°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)
Ystad 4°C (39°F) 0°C (32°F) 58 mm (2.3 in)
Kivik 4°C (39°F) 0°C (32°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)

Skåne weather in January: frequently asked questions

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

January in Skåne, Sweden brings poor weather. In Malmö, daytime temperatures are typically around 4°C (39°F) and nighttime lows hover near -1°C (30°F).

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

Daytime temperatures in Malmö peak at roughly 4°C (39°F) in January, dropping to about -1°C (30°F) overnight.

Does Skåne, Sweden get a lot of snow/rain in January?

Not particularly. Malmö averages just 57 mm (2.2 in) of snow/rain in January, making it a mostly dry month for Skåne, Sweden.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Skåne, Sweden?

In our opinion, January may not be the ideal time to visit Skåne, Sweden due to the typically poor weather in Malmö.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June, July and August offering mostly perfect weather in Malmö. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Skåne.

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