NorwayAverage weather for the Lofoten in January
It's cold in January in the Lofoten with an average temperature of 2°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 1°C to a high of 5°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between -3°C and 0°C.
Start of January
The month of January starts in Lofoten with really cold temps, averaging around 3°C during the day and nights dipping to about -1°C. You can expect regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days in the early part of the month. Wear a heavy winter coat, sweater, long pants, beanie, and gloves.
Mid January
By mid-January, daytime temps drop to around 2°C, with nights around -2°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too. Wear a heavy winter coat, sweater, long pants, beanie, and gloves.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Lofoten is around 2°C, while nighttime temps are about -1°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny. Wear a heavy winter coat, sweater, long pants, beanie, and gloves.
In January, there is an average of 122 mm of precipitation, spread over 13 days. Of the total precipitation, about 32 cm falls as snow in January. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Lofoten in January |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
2°C | 5°C | |
 Max. temperature |
5°C | 11°C | |
| Min. temperature |
1°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
122 mm | 97 mm | |
| Rainy days |
13 days | 12 days | |
 Total snowfall |
32 cm | 16 cm | |
| Snowy days |
15 days | 8 days | |
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Is January a good time to visit the Lofoten?
Looking for sun? January isn’t a good month to be in the Lofoten. There’s too much chance of rain this month.
Temperature records
With 9°C in 2020, the Lofoten reached the highest temperature in January over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was -8°C in 2016. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -11°C to a highest value of 6°C.
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The climate in the Lofoten is based on weather data from Svolvær. Other spots might have different weather.
Daily Temperature in January in the Lofoten
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in January for the Lofoten, 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.
Weather experiences in January in the Lofoten
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Daily Precipitation in January in the Lofoten
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in January for the Lofoten, 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 13 days of precipitation in the Lofoten.
Daily Snowfall in January in the Lofoten
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in January in the Lofoten, 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 Lofoten
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in the Lofoten, 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 Lofoten over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in January in the Lofoten, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in January in the Lofoten over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in January in the Lofoten, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in January in the Lofoten per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in January in the Lofoten, measured in centimeters, over the past few years.
Daily weather in January for the Lofoten
Click on any day in January to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in the Lofoten. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
Weather experiences in January in the Lofoten
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Ideal for northern lights, less ideal for outdoor activities. A unique but icy experience!— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average weather in the Lofoten by month
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