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Voorschoten Weather in January

With daytime temperatures of 7°C (45°F) and nighttime lows of 3°C (37°F), January in Voorschoten brings low temperatures during the day. Do keep in mind that quite a bit of rainfall is typical. Around 75 mm (3 in) falls on average.

Rainfall in Voorschoten in January

You can expect rain on around 19 days based on historical patterns, with 75 mm (3 in) average for the month. Expect plenty of grey, overcast days rather than intense storms. The rain rarely amounts to much on any given day.

Temperature in Voorschoten in January

January in Voorschoten brings typical temperatures with highs around 7°C (45°F) and lows of 3°C (37°F). Winter occurs in January. It stays cool throughout the day, so warm layers are a good idea from morning to evening. With lows around 3°C (37°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep. Being the coldest month of the year, it's a good idea to bring your heaviest winter gear.

Sunshine in Voorschoten in January

The area experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 67 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days.

Wind Speed in Voorschoten in January

Average wind conditions reach 6 m/s (12 knots) in January. This creates notably windy weather that is clearly felt and can influence daily activities. Keep in mind this is an average. Some days are less intense, while others can be quite gusty.

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

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Voorschoten Temperature in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 3°C (37°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 7°C (45°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 65%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 75 mm (3 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 19 days  
HumidityHumidity 86% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 6 m/s (12 knots) *  
SunshineSunshine 67 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 18% *  
* Data from: Valkenburg, the Netherlands (6 KM, 4 Miles).

Best Places in 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 Voorschoten in January

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Voorschoten 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. With limited sunshine expected, sunglasses aren't a priority for packing.

What To Do in Voorschoten 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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