Terschelling Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Terschelling, the Netherlands in January.

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West-Terschelling Midsland Hoorn Oosterend

Planning a trip to Terschelling, the Netherlands this January? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Terschelling in January

Terschelling, the Netherlands is a region in the Netherlands. January in Terschelling generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. During January, winter is in full swing.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 8°C (46°F) and nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) in West-Terschelling.

For specific regional insights in Terschelling, the Netherlands, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

January is a moderate rainy month with an average rainfall of around 83 mm (3.3 in) in West-Terschelling.

Average sunshine

Many places experience limited sunshine during this period. West-Terschelling receives around 67 hours of sunlight. If you prefer more sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other destinations.

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Best Places to Visit in Terschelling in January

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

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 Terschelling

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in Terschelling, the Netherlands?

Temperature range in Terschelling (January)

Precipitation variation in Terschelling (January)

West-Terschelling

In January West-Terschelling generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
8°C (46°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
4°C (39°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
62 hours
67 hours
95 hours
Monthly rainfall
100 mm (3.9 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
20 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in West-Terschelling →

Midsland

In January Midsland generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
7°C (45°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
4°C (39°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
62 hours
67 hours
95 hours
Monthly rainfall
100 mm (3.9 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
20 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Midsland →

Hoorn

In January Hoorn generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
7°C (45°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
62 hours
67 hours
95 hours
Monthly rainfall
100 mm (3.9 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
20 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Hoorn →

Oosterend

In January Oosterend generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
7°C (45°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
62 hours
67 hours
95 hours
Monthly rainfall
99 mm (3.9 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
20 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Oosterend →

Formerum

In January Formerum generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
7°C (45°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
4°C (39°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
62 hours
67 hours
95 hours
Monthly rainfall
100 mm (3.9 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
20 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Formerum →

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

In our records: the Netherlands January extremes

Notable January records observed across cities in the Netherlands in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • Based on our data, the coldest January night in the Netherlands dropped to -22°C (-8°F) in Groningen on January 5, 1979.
  • In our records, the coldest January daytime high in the Netherlands was -13°C (9°F) in Winterswijk on January 14, 1987.
  • From our sources, the wettest January day in the Netherlands brought 370 mm (15 in) in Maastricht on January 15, 2000.

Popular cities in January

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
West-Terschelling 8°C (46°F) 4°C (39°F) 83 mm (3.3 in)
Midsland 7°C (45°F) 4°C (39°F) 83 mm (3.3 in)
Hoorn 7°C (45°F) 4°C (39°F) 83 mm (3.3 in)
Oosterend 7°C (45°F) 4°C (39°F) 83 mm (3.3 in)
Formerum 7°C (45°F) 4°C (39°F) 83 mm (3.3 in)
Baaiduinen 7°C (45°F) 4°C (39°F) 83 mm (3.3 in)

Terschelling weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Terschelling, the Netherlands in January?

Terschelling, the Netherlands typically experiences poor weather in January, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in West-Terschelling average around 8°C (46°F), and temperatures drop to about 4°C (39°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Terschelling, the Netherlands in January?

In West-Terschelling, the average daytime high in January is 8°C (46°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 4°C (39°F).

Does Terschelling, the Netherlands get a lot of rain in January?

Not particularly. West-Terschelling averages just 83 mm (3.3 in) of rain in January, making it a mostly dry month for Terschelling, the Netherlands.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Terschelling, the Netherlands?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in West-Terschelling, January may not be the ideal time to visit Terschelling, the Netherlands.

Generally speaking, July and August provide pleasant weather in West-Terschelling. The weather in January, February, March, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

Interested in more climate information?

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