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Skärhamn Weather in January

Skärhamn in January sees low temperatures, with highs around 5°C (41°F) and overnight lows of 0°C (32°F). Rainfall is fairly high at around 92 mm (3.6 in) on average, so pack waterproofs just in case.

Rainfall in Skärhamn in January

Typically, about 15 days will experience rainfall, with an average of 92 mm (3.6 in) for the month. A fairly balanced picture this month, some wet days but nothing too extreme in terms of intensity.

Temperature in Skärhamn in January

In January, expect low temperatures in Skärhamn, with highs of 5°C (41°F) and lows of 0°C (32°F) at night. The month of January belongs to the winter season. Staying warm is the main priority this month, especially during mornings and evenings. With lows around 0°C (32°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep. The month brings very cold weather, so dressing warmly is essential. Prepare with multiple layers for added warmth.

Sunshine in Skärhamn in January

The month has fewer sunny days, with around 42 hours of sunshine.

Wind Speed in Skärhamn in January

In January, average wind speeds reach 4 m/s (8 knots), leading to light to moderate breezes. Conditions vary from day to day, with both calm and windier periods.

Average water temperature in January

The water sits at 4°C (39°F) this month, which is well below what most people consider swimmable. Wetsuits help, but expect it to still feel cold.

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Skärhamn Temperature in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 0°C (32°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 5°C (41°F)  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 4°C (39°F) *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 50%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 92 mm (3.6 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
HumidityHumidity 83% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 4 m/s (8 knots) *  
SunshineSunshine 42 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 21% *  
* Data from: Gothenburg, Sweden (23 KM, 14 Miles).

Best Places in Sweden in January

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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 (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Skärhamn in January

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Skärhamn in January. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags. Expect water temperatures of around 4°C (39°F), which is definitely too cold for comfortable swimming. Your luggage space is better used for other items. You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.

What To Do in Skärhamn in January

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

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
3/10
Walking
3/10
Camping
4/10
Outdoor sports
3/10

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