January weather forecast
Smiltene, Latvia

englishespañol中文
Share

Weather in January

January in Smiltene, Latvia bears the stamp of the harsh northern winter, a period often characterized by cold, wet, and cloudy conditions. Sub-freezing temperatures dominate, reaching as low as -7.4°C (18.7°F) and hardly peaking beyond -3.1°C (26.4°F). Despite the cold, snow brings a certain charm to the city, blanketing the streets with a thick white cover. Weather conditions restrict outdoor activity significantly, suggesting that warm indoor activities attract both locals and tourists. It may be a good time for those seeking a winter getaway to embrace the cold, snowy landscape.

Temperature

The month of January sees the lowest average temperatures, reaching -3.1°C (26.4°F) at the peak and -7.4°C (18.7°F) at the low.

Humidity

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 93%, are the most humid months in Smiltene.

Rainfall

In Smiltene, in January, it is raining for 8.7 days, with typically 38mm (1.5") of accumulated precipitation. In Smiltene, during the entire year, the rain falls for 166.5 days and collects up to 526mm (20.71") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Smiltene, Latvia. The month with the most snowfall in Smiltene is January, when snow falls for 21.1 days and typically aggregates up to 198mm (7.8") of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 7h and 27min.
On the first day of January in Smiltene, Latvia, sunrise is at 08:57 and sunset at 15:42. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:20 and sunset at 16:39 EET.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Smiltene is 2.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Smiltene are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 1 in January suggests the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Smiltene?

Smiltene's coldest month, January, registers temperatures that range from a high of -3.1°C (26.4°F) to a low of -7.4°C (18.7°F).

How cold is January in Smiltene?

During January, Smiltene experiences an average high-temperature of -3.1°C (26.4°F) and a low-temperature of -7.4°C (18.7°F).

What is the most humid month in Smiltene?

The months with the highest humidity in Smiltene are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 93%.

What is the average humidity in January in Smiltene?

In January, the average relative humidity is 93%.

How much does it rain in Smiltene in January?

In Smiltene, Latvia, during January, the rain falls for 8.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 38mm (1.5") of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Smiltene?

The month with the most snowfall in Smiltene, Latvia, is January, when snow falls for 21.1 days and typically aggregates up to 198mm (7.8") of snow.

How much does it snow in Smiltene in January?

In January, in Smiltene, it is snowing for 21.1 days. Throughout January, 198mm (7.8") of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January in Smiltene?

In January, the average day length in Smiltene, Latvia, is 7h and 27min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Smiltene?

On the first day of January in Smiltene, sunrise is at 08:57 and sunset at 15:42. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:20 and sunset at 16:39 EET.

How many hours of sunshine does Smiltene have in January?

In Smiltene, the average sunshine duration in January is 2.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Smiltene?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in January in Smiltene?

In Smiltene, Latvia, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Smiltene, Latvia

Average temperature in January - Smiltene, Latvia
  • Average high temperature in January: -3.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (22.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-3.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: -7.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (12.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-7.4°C).

Average pressure in January
Smiltene, Latvia

Average pressure in January - Smiltene, Latvia
  • Average pressure in January: 1013.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is October (1016.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1011.5mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Smiltene, Latvia

Average wind speed in January - Smiltene, Latvia
  • Average wind speed in January: 13.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (14.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.7km/h).

Average humidity in January
Smiltene, Latvia

Average humidity in January - Smiltene, Latvia
  • Average humidity in January: 93%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (73%).

Average rainfall in January
Smiltene, Latvia

Average rainfall in January - Smiltene, Latvia
  • Average rainfall in January: 38mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (66mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (27mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Smiltene, Latvia

Average rainfall days in January - Smiltene, Latvia
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6 days).

Average snowfall in January
Smiltene, Latvia

Average snowfall in January - Smiltene, Latvia
  • Average snowfall in January: 198mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (198mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in January
Smiltene, Latvia

Average snowfall days in January - Smiltene, Latvia
  • Average snowfall days in January: 21.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Smiltene, Latvia

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Smiltene, Latvia
  • Average daylight in January: 7h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 2h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 1h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Smiltene, Latvia

Average sunshine days in January - Smiltene, Latvia
  • Average sunshine days in January: 7.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (12.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (5.6 days).

Average UV index in January
Smiltene, Latvia

Average UV index in January - Smiltene, Latvia
  • Average UV index in January: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Smiltene, Latvia

Average cloud cover in January - Smiltene, Latvia
  • Average cloud cover in January: 78

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 82).
The months with the least cloud cover are May and July (Cloud cover 41).

Average visibility in January
Smiltene, Latvia

Average visibility in January - Smiltene, Latvia
  • Average visibility in January: 7km

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July and August (9km).
The month with the lowest visibility is February (6km).

Smiltene, Latvia

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location