Telemark Weather in January

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

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Vradal Skien Bø Gaustablikk

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

What to Expect in Telemark in January

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

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is very cold in Vågsli at -3°C (27°F) to cold in Risør at 4°C (39°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -1°C (30°F) in Risør and -9°C (16°F) in Vågsli. On average, January is the coldest month of the year in Telemark, Norway. So be prepared and make sure to pack winter cloths.

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

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snowfall in Notodden with an average of 95 mm (3.7 in) to heavy snowfall in Vågsli with 170 mm (6.7 in).

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Best Places to Visit in Telemark in January

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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 Telemark

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

Temperature range in Telemark (January)

Precipitation variation in Telemark (January)

Vradal

In January Vradal generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -1°C (30°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -8°C (18°F) and high monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
0°C (32°F)
-1°C (30°F)
0°C (32°F)
Min temperature
-6°C (21°F)
-8°C (18°F)
-8°C (18°F)
Monthly snowfall
103 mm (4.1 in)
113 mm (4.4 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
19 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Vradal →

Skien

In January Skien generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C (36°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
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
92 mm (3.6 in)
101 mm (4 in)
77 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Skien →

Bø

In January Bø generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -1°C (30°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -7°C (19°F) and high monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
1°C (34°F)
-1°C (30°F)
1°C (34°F)
Min temperature
-6°C (21°F)
-7°C (19°F)
-7°C (19°F)
Monthly sun hours
41 hours
49 hours
80 hours
Monthly snowfall
92 mm (3.6 in)
101 mm (4 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Bø →

Gaustablikk

In January Gaustablikk generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -2°C (28°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -9°C (16°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
-2°C (28°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Min temperature
-9°C (16°F)
-9°C (16°F)
-9°C (16°F)
Monthly snowfall
92 mm (3.6 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Gaustablikk →

Vågsli

In January Vågsli generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -3°C (27°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -9°C (16°F) and heavy monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
-2°C (28°F)
-3°C (27°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Min temperature
-8°C (18°F)
-9°C (16°F)
-9°C (16°F)
Monthly snowfall
162 mm (6.4 in)
170 mm (6.7 in)
137 mm (5.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
21 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Vågsli →

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

Popular cities in January

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Vradal -1°C (30°F) -8°C (18°F) 113 mm (4.4 in)
Skien 2°C (36°F) -4°C (25°F) 101 mm (4 in)
Bø -1°C (30°F) -7°C (19°F) 101 mm (4 in)
Gaustablikk -2°C (28°F) -9°C (16°F) 97 mm (3.8 in)
Vågsli -3°C (27°F) -9°C (16°F) 170 mm (6.7 in)
Gvarv 0°C (32°F) -7°C (19°F) 100 mm (3.9 in)

Telemark weather in January: frequently asked questions

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

Expect poor weather across Telemark, Norway in January. The popular destination of Vradal averages -1°C (30°F) by day and -8°C (18°F) at night during this winter month.

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

Average temperatures in Telemark, Norway during January range from a nighttime low near -8°C (18°F) to a daytime high around -1°C (30°F) in Vradal.

Does Telemark, Norway get a lot of snow in January?

Vradal typically receives notable snowfall in January, about 113 mm (4.4 in) on average across Telemark, Norway.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Telemark, Norway?

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

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in July offering mostly pleasant weather in Vradal. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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