Umeå weather in January (Västerbotten, Sweden)

Will it be warm or cold in Umeå this January? Get all the weather information you need to plan your visit.

Temperatures

The typical weather for January in Umeå includes very low temperatures and moderate snowfall. January is a notable month of the winter season. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately -2°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around -8°C. The month is chilly, so ensure you're equipped and dress warmly. Preparation becomes key in these temperatures.

Precipitation

Umeå in January usually receives moderate snowfall, averaging around 57 mm for the month. Historically, approximately 18 days this month are expected to have snow.

Average sunshine

With limited sunshine this month, there are about 32 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 Umeå. 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 Umeå climate page with graphs.

 

Umeå, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature -8°C  

Max Temperature -2°C  

Chance of Rain 60%  

Precipitation 57 mm  

Rainy days 18 days  

Sunshine 32 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Sweden in January

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

Weather conditions Weather

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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 Umeå 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?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Umeå.

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