January Rainfall and Precipitation in Västra Götaland
Average rainfall, rainy days and the driest cities in Västra Götaland, Sweden in January.
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Monthly precipitation
0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet
Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in January: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.
Västra Götaland precipitation in January: frequently asked questions
How much snow/rainfall does Västra Götaland, Sweden receive in January?
Gothenburg stays mostly dry in January, with average snow/rainfall close to 76 mm (3 in).
How many days does it rain in Västra Götaland, Sweden in January?
On average, Gothenburg has about 16 days days of rain in January.
Is January part of the rainy season in Västra Götaland, Sweden?
No. January sits outside the typical rainy season in Västra Götaland, Sweden, so you can expect drier conditions overall.
What is the wettest city in January in Västra Götaland, Sweden?
Based on our records, Kyrkesund receives the most rainfall in Västra Götaland, Sweden in January, averaging about 92 mm (3.6 in).
What is the driest city in January in Västra Götaland, Sweden?
Based on our database, Moholm sees the least snow/rainfall in Västra Götaland, Sweden in January, with around 48 mm (1.9 in) on average.
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