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Swalmen Weather in January

Thinking of visiting Swalmen in January? Expect low temperatures reaching 7°C (45°F) during the day, dropping to 1°C (34°F) at night, and note that quite a bit of rainfall is likely.

Rainfall in Swalmen in January

Historically, January sees about 19 days of rain, with a monthly average of 70 mm (2.8 in). Rain falls on many days this month, but usually in relatively small amounts. A light waterproof is more useful than a heavy umbrella.

Temperature in Swalmen in January

In January, Swalmen gets low temperatures, with highs of 7°C (45°F). Nights cool to around 1°C (34°F). Winter occurs in January. Even at the warmest part of the day, temperatures stay low. Dressing warmly from the start is the sensible approach. At 1°C (34°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions. The coldest month of the year calls for plenty of warm layers. Be sure to pack your winter gear.

Sunshine in Swalmen in January

The month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with roughly 68 hours hours of sunshine. Ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

January in Swalmen has its charm, but if you're looking for destinations with pleasant temperatures and sunny skies, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.

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Swalmen Temperature in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 1°C (34°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 7°C (45°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 63%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 70 mm (2.8 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 19 days  
HumidityHumidity 86% *  
SunshineSunshine 68 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 25% *  
* Data from: Maastricht, the Netherlands (38 KM, 24 Miles).

Best Places 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. See all of the Netherlands 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 Swalmen in January

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Swalmen 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. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.

What To Do in Swalmen in January

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

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