January weather forecast
Leuven, Belgium

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Weather in January

The first month of the year in Leuven, Belgium, typically sees the mercury dipping, with temperatures fluctuating between 1°C (33.8°F) at night and 4.9°C (40.8°F) in daytime. Compared to December, the air cools off slightly. Snowfall is a common phenomenon, amounting to 34mm (1.34") over a span of 4.4 days. Predominantly overcast skies paired with gusty winds can create challenging outdoor conditions. Probing further, a significant factor contributing to the frosty weather can be traced to the combination of high humidity and low daylight hours.

Temperature

January brings the lowest temperatures in Leuven, with an average high of 4.9°C (40.8°F) and an average low of 1°C (33.8°F).

Humidity

In Leuven, the average relative humidity in January is 86%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 17 days. Throughout January, 42mm (1.65") of precipitation is accumulated. In Leuven, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162 days and collects up to 393mm (15.47") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Leuven, during January, snow falls for 4.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 34mm (1.34") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 14.4 snowfall days, and 108mm (4.25") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Leuven, the average length of the day in January is 8h and 32min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 08:43 and sunset at 16:45. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:19 and sunset at 17:29 CET.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 3.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.

Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

January is the month that records the lowest temperatures in Leuven, with averages ranging from a high of 4.9°C (40.8°F) to a low of 1°C (33.8°F).

How cold does it get in January?

In Leuven, in January, the average high-temperature is 4.9°C (40.8°F), and the average low-temperature is 1°C (33.8°F).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 86%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Leuven, Belgium, in January, it is raining for 17 days, with typically 42mm (1.65") of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Leuven?

In Leuven, during January, snow falls for 4.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 34mm (1.34") of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Leuven have in January?

The average day length in January is 8h and 32min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:43 and sunset at 16:45. On the last day of the month, in Leuven, sunrise is at 08:19 and sunset at 17:29 CET.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In Leuven, the average sunshine duration in January is 3.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Leuven, Belgium.

How high is the UV index in January?

In Leuven, Belgium, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in January
Leuven, Belgium

Average temperature in January - Leuven, Belgium
  • Average high temperature in January: 4.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (23.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (4.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (14°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1°C).

Average pressure in January
Leuven, Belgium

Average pressure in January - Leuven, Belgium
  • Average pressure in January: 1016.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1017.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1012.5mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Leuven, Belgium

Average wind speed in January - Leuven, Belgium
  • Average wind speed in January: 17.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (18.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (11.7km/h).

Average humidity in January
Leuven, Belgium

Average humidity in January - Leuven, Belgium
  • Average humidity in January: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

Average rainfall in January
Leuven, Belgium

Average rainfall in January - Leuven, Belgium
  • Average rainfall in January: 42mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (57mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (16mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Leuven, Belgium

Average rainfall days in January - Leuven, Belgium
  • Average rainfall days in January: 17 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in January
Leuven, Belgium

Average snowfall in January - Leuven, Belgium
  • Average snowfall in January: 34mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (41mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in January
Leuven, Belgium

Average snowfall days in January - Leuven, Belgium
  • Average snowfall days in January: 4.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Leuven, Belgium

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Leuven, Belgium
  • Average daylight in January: 8h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Leuven, Belgium

Average sunshine days in January - Leuven, Belgium
  • Average sunshine days in January: 8.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.7 days).

Average UV index in January
Leuven, Belgium

Average UV index in January - Leuven, Belgium
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Leuven, Belgium

Average cloud cover in January - Leuven, Belgium
  • Average cloud cover in January: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are April and August (Cloud cover 41).

Average visibility in January
Leuven, Belgium

Average visibility in January - Leuven, Belgium
  • Average visibility in January: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (8km).

Leuven, Belgium

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