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Viken Weather in January

January in Viken brings very low temperatures around 2°C (36°F) during the day, dropping to -4°C (25°F) at night, with quite a bit of snow/rainfall expected, averaging around 65 mm (2.6 in) for the month.

Rainfall in Viken in January

Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 17 days with snow/rain, averaging 65 mm (2.6 in) for the month. This is a month with many wet days but modest rainfall totals, so showers are generally light and easy to manage.

Temperature in Viken in January

Daytime temperatures in Viken reach 2°C (36°F) in January, dropping to -4°C (25°F) at night. The month of January belongs to the winter season. Cold conditions tend to persist from morning through evening, so be prepared for winter weather. With overnight lows of -4°C (25°F), temperatures fall below freezing at night. An extra thick blanket can make a real difference if your accommodation runs cold. The coldest month of the year calls for plenty of warm layers. Be sure to pack your winter gear.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Viken. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

Viken Temperature in January

Min Temperature
-4°C (25°F)
Max Temperature
2°C (36°F)
Chance of Rain
56%
Precipitation
65 mm (2.6 in)
Rainy days
17 days

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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 Viken in January

We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Viken in January. You could start with thermal underwear or a good base layer to keep your core warm on the cooler days this month. Maybe also add a sweater or fleece, and top it off with a windproof jacket. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket.

What To Do in Viken in January

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

  • Cycling
    2/10
  • Walking
    2/10
  • Barbeque
    1/10
  • Camping
    1/10
  • Outdoor sports
    2/10

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