Normal weather for Svalbard in January
It's cold in January in Svalbard with an average temperature of -5°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of -10°C to a high of -3°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between -15°C and -7°C.
In January, there is an average of 93 mm of precipitation, spread over 12 days. Of the total precipitation, about 55 cm falls as snow in January. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Svalbard in January |
New York | ||
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Average Temperature |
-5°C | 5°C | |
High Temp |
-3°C | 11°C | |
Low Temp |
-10°C | 1°C | |
Total Precipitation |
93 mm | 97 mm | |
Rainy Days |
12 days | 12 days | |
Total Snowfall |
55 cm | 16 cm | |
Snowy Days |
18 days | 8 days |
Start of January
The month of January starts in Svalbard with really cold temps, averaging around -4°C during the day and nights dipping to about -9°C. A few showers might pop up early in the month, but overall, it’ll stay mostly sunny and dry. Wear a heavy winter coat, sweater, long pants, beanie, and gloves.
Mid January
By mid-January, daytime temps stay steady at around -4°C, with nights around -9°C. During this part of the month, you might see regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days. Wear a heavy winter coat, sweater, long pants, beanie, and gloves.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Svalbard is around -7°C, while nighttime temps are about -11°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.
Temperature records for Svalbard in January
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Daily Temperature in January in Svalbard
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in January for Svalbard, 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.
Daily Precipitation in January in Svalbard
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in January for Svalbard, 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 12 days of precipitation in Svalbard.
Daily Snowfall in January in Svalbard
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in January in Svalbard, 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 Svalbard
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Svalbard, 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 Svalbard Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in January in Svalbard, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total Precipitation in January in Svalbard Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in January in Svalbard, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in January in Svalbard per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in January in Svalbard, measured in centimeters, over the past few years.
Daily Climate in January for Svalbard
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Average Weather in Svalbard by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Svalbard. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.