Vastmanland Weather in January

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

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Västerås Arboga Köping Sala

Planning a journey to Vastmanland, 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 Vastmanland in January

Vastmanland, Sweden is a region in Sweden. January in Vastmanland generally has very cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. The month of January is in the winter season.

Temperatures

You can expect very cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 1°C (34°F) and nighttime temperatures around -5°C (23°F) in Västerås. 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 Vastmanland, Sweden in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Harkie with an average of 42 mm (1.7 in) to moderate snow/rainfall in Skinnskatteberg with 50 mm (2 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is more limited in many areas during this month. Västerås receives about 40 hours of sunlight. For sunnier weather, check our weather planner to find destinations with better conditions.

Explore Vastmanland by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Vastmanland — and find the best time to visit. (based on Västerås)

January1°C (34°F) February2°C (36°F) March6°C (43°F) April12°C (54°F) May17°C (63°F) June21°C (70°F) This monthJuly24°C (75°F) August22°C (72°F) September17°C (63°F) October11°C (52°F) November6°C (43°F) December3°C (37°F)
Best Time to Visit Vastmanland →

Best Places to Visit in Vastmanland in January

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

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 Vastmanland

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

Temperature range in Vastmanland (January)

Precipitation variation in Vastmanland (January)

Västerås

In January Västerås 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
3°C (37°F)
1°C (34°F)
2°C (36°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-5°C (23°F)
-6°C (21°F)
Monthly sun hours
34 hours
40 hours
72 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
51 mm (2 in)
43 mm (1.7 in)
38 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Västerås →

Arboga

In January Arboga 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
3°C (37°F)
1°C (34°F)
2°C (36°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-5°C (23°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
53 mm (2.1 in)
45 mm (1.8 in)
40 mm (1.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Arboga →

Köping

In January Köping 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
3°C (37°F)
1°C (34°F)
2°C (36°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-5°C (23°F)
-6°C (21°F)
Monthly sun hours
34 hours
40 hours
72 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
53 mm (2.1 in)
44 mm (1.7 in)
40 mm (1.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Köping →

Sala

In January Sala generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C (34°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C (21°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)
2°C (36°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
-6°C (21°F)
-6°C (21°F)
Monthly sun hours
34 hours
40 hours
72 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
51 mm (2 in)
43 mm (1.7 in)
38 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Sala →

Kvicksund

In January Kvicksund 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
3°C (37°F)
1°C (34°F)
2°C (36°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-5°C (23°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Monthly sun hours
34 hours
40 hours
72 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
51 mm (2 in)
43 mm (1.7 in)
39 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Kvicksund →

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Västerås 1°C (34°F) -5°C (23°F) 43 mm (1.7 in)
Arboga 1°C (34°F) -5°C (23°F) 45 mm (1.8 in)
Köping 1°C (34°F) -5°C (23°F) 44 mm (1.7 in)
Sala 1°C (34°F) -6°C (21°F) 43 mm (1.7 in)
Kvicksund 1°C (34°F) -5°C (23°F) 43 mm (1.7 in)
Fagersta 0°C (32°F) -6°C (21°F) 48 mm (1.9 in)

Vastmanland weather in January: frequently asked questions

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

January in Vastmanland, Sweden brings poor weather. In Västerås, daytime temperatures are typically around 1°C (34°F) and nighttime lows hover near -5°C (23°F).

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

Daytime temperatures in Västerås peak at roughly 1°C (34°F) in January, dropping to about -5°C (23°F) overnight.

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Vastmanland, Sweden during January, with Västerås averaging close to 43 mm (1.7 in).

Is January a Good Time to Visit Vastmanland, Sweden?

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

Generally speaking, June, July and August provide perfect weather in Västerås. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

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