Vest-Agder weather in January
Are you planning a trip to Vest-Agder in January and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.
What is the weather like in Vest-Agder in January?
Vest-Agder is a region in Norway. January in Vest-Agder generally has temperatures that range from very cold to cold, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy. The month of January is in the winter season.
During the day the temperature is very cold in Øyuvstad at 2°C and cold in Borhaug at 6°C. As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 2°C in Borhaug and -4°C in Øyuvstad. In many regions in Norway, January is characterized by its biting cold temperatures. If you're venturing into these areas during this time, it's crucial to be adequately prepared. Ensure you layer up with warm clothing to fight off the chill and stay comfortable.
In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Høvåg with an average of 129 mm to heavy rainfall in Feda with 194 mm. Most areas see fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 44 hours of sunshine in Kristiansand. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer dimmer, overcast conditions over bright sunny days.
For specific regional insights in Vest-Agder for January, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Vest-Agder climate page.
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What is the weather like in January for the 5 most popular destinations in Vest-Agder?
Kristiansand
In January Kristiansand generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Spangereid
In January Spangereid generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Homme
In January Homme generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Farsund
In January Farsund generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Korshamn
In January Korshamn generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is January the best time to visit Vest-Agder?
Given the typically poor weather conditions in Kristiansand, January may not be the ideal time to visit Vest-Agder.
Generally speaking, July provides perfect weather in Kristiansand. 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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