Skjolden weather in January (Sogn og Fjordane, Norway)

Wondering what the weather is like in Skjolden during January? Curious if the timing is right for your trip? Our page offers an in-depth look at the monthly weather conditions.

Temperatures

The month of January in Skjolden typically includes very low temperatures and high snowfall. January ushers in the winter season. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around -4°C. But by evening, they drop to around -9°C. With temperatures this low, you'll need to dress warmly. Staying prepared is crucial to avoid the discomfort of the cold.

Precipitation

Skjolden in January usually receives high snowfall, averaging around 158 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 20 days of snow are anticipated.

Average sunshine

With limited sunshine this month, there are about 20 hours of sun. It's ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Skjolden. July and August generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Skjolden, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature -9°C  

Max Temperature -4°C  

Chance of Rain 68%  

Precipitation 158 mm  

Rainy days 20 days  

Sunshine 20 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Geiranger, Norway (71 KM, 44 Miles).

Where to go in Norway in January

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

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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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?

Visitors traveling to Skjolden 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.

Swimming

1/10

Cycling

1/10

Walking

1/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

1/10

Interested in more climate information?

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