Average weather for the Netherlands in January
It's cold in January in the Netherlands with an average temperature of 7°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 5°C to a high of 9°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between -1°C and 5°C.
Start of January
The month of January starts in Netherlands with cold temps, averaging around 9°C during the day and nights around 4°C. A few showers might pop up early in the month, but overall, it’ll stay mostly sunny and dry.
Mid January
By mid-January, daytime temps drop to around 7°C, with nights around 2°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Netherlands is around 7°C, while nighttime temps are about 3°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
In January, there is an average of 84 mm of precipitation, spread over 15 days. Of the total precipitation, about 1,4 cm falls as snow in January. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Netherlands in January |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
7°C | 5°C | |
 Max. temperature |
9°C | 11°C | |
| Min. temperature |
5°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
84 mm | 97 mm | |
| Rainy days |
15 days | 12 days | |
 Total snowfall |
1,4 cm | 16 cm | |
| Snowy days |
1 day | 8 days | |
December
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 2 this month. That's a low value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. The risk of sunburn is minimal at this time.
Temperature records
With 16°C in 2023, the Netherlands reached the highest temperature in January over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was -3°C in 2017. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -8°C to a highest value of 12°C.
Check out the climate of the Netherlands for all months and discover the best travel time
The climate in the Netherlands is based on weather data from Amsterdam. Other places, like Texel, Veluwe or Zeeland, might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in the Netherlands to get the full picture of the climate.
Daily Temperature in January in the Netherlands
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in January for the Netherlands, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
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Daily Precipitation in January in the Netherlands
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in January for the Netherlands, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for January, you can expect about 15 days of precipitation in the Netherlands.
Daily Snowfall in January in the Netherlands
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in January in the Netherlands, measured in centimeters. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. The data is based on historical measurements and gives an idea of the average snowfall in January.
Daily UV index in January in the Netherlands
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in the Netherlands, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in January in the Netherlands over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in January in the Netherlands, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in January in the Netherlands over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in January in the Netherlands, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in January in the Netherlands per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in January in the Netherlands, measured in centimeters, over the past few years.
Daily weather in January for the Netherlands
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Average weather in the Netherlands by month
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