Skellefteå weather in January (Västerbotten, Sweden)
Planning a trip to Skellefteå in January? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.
In January, Skellefteå typically experiences very low temperatures and moderate snowfall. January falls within the winter season. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around -3°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate -9°C. It's a notably cold month; make sure to wear layers to stay warm. It's wiser to gear up in advance than to be caught off-guard, trembling in the cold.
Skellefteå in January usually receives moderate snowfall, averaging around 50 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 18 days of the month will see snowfall.
If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Skellefteå. July generally stands out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Skellefteå climate page with graphs.
Skellefteå, monthly averages in January
Min Temperature
-9°C
Max Temperature
-3°C
Chance of Rain
59%
Precipitation
50 mm
Rainy days
18 days
Where to go in Sweden in January
Find out more about the weather in Sweden in January and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.
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So, what should you wear in this month?
Visitors traveling to Skellefteå should plan on bringing winter clothes, snow boots and a warm winter coat. There will be periods of snow.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in January.
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