Sassenheim weather in January (Zuid-Holland, Netherlands)

Can you expect sunny skies in Sassenheim in January? Curious if the timing is right for your trip? Our page offers an in-depth look at the monthly weather conditions.

Temperatures

In January, the weather in Sassenheim generally includes low temperatures and moderate rainfall. January marks the winter season. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 7°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down. Temperatures gently drop to a more temperate 3°C. Since it's the coldest month of the year, you'll want to bundle up with extra layers and winter clothing.

Precipitation

Sassenheim in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 78 mm for the month. Past climate data indicates that roughly 19 days will see rain.

Average sunshine

The area experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 67 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Sassenheim. July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Sassenheim climate page with graphs.

 

Sassenheim, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 3°C  

Max Temperature 7°C  

Chance of Rain 64%  

Precipitation 78 mm  

Rainy days 19 days  

Humidity 86% *  

Windspeed 22 km/h *  

Sunshine 67 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 18% *  

* Data from: Valkenburg, the Netherlands (8 KM, 5 Miles).

Where to go in the Netherlands in January

Find out more about the weather in the Netherlands and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

4/10

Walking

4/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

Interested in more climate information?

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