Wateren weather in January (Drenthe, Netherlands)

What kind of temperatures can you expect in Wateren during January? See what weather conditions to anticipate this month with our guide.

Temperatures

January in Wateren generally includes low temperatures and moderate rainfall. Enjoy the winter season during this month. Expect the temperatures during the day to hover around 6°C. At night, they will likely drop to about 1°C. The coldest month of the year calls for plenty of warm layers. Be sure to pack your winter gear.

Precipitation

Wateren in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 71 mm for the month. Past climate data indicates that roughly 20 days will see rain.

Average sunshine

The month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with roughly 36 hours hours of sunshine. 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 Wateren. June, July, August and September generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Wateren, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 1°C  

Max Temperature 6°C  

Chance of Rain 66%  

Precipitation 71 mm  

Rainy days 20 days  

Humidity 90% *  

Windspeed 14 km/h *  

Sunshine 36 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 14% *  

* Data from: Assen, the Netherlands (20 KM, 12 Miles).

Where to go 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.

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?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

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

Interested in more climate information?

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