January weather forecast
Kristinehamn, Sweden

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Weather in January

January in Kristinehamn, Sweden, typically features weather conditions characteristic of a Nordic winter. Relatively low temperatures predominate, with average highs peaking at -0.7°C (30.7°F) and lows dropping to -3.8°C (25.2°F). A thick blanket of snow covers the city, as evidenced by the highest snowfall of 135mm (5.31") and frequent snowfall days. While the daylight hours are only 7 hours, the quintessential winter charm, underscored by high humidity and steadily falling snow, reveals the beauty of the Swedish winter landscape. Moving to February, the weather shifts slightly but maintains most of these frosty elements.

Temperature

With average temperatures fluctuating between a high of -0.7°C (30.7°F) and a low of -3.8°C (25.2°F), January stands out as the coldest month in Kristinehamn.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January in Kristinehamn is 89%.

Rainfall

In Kristinehamn, in January, it is raining for 8.9 days, with typically 36mm (1.42") of accumulated precipitation. In Kristinehamn, Sweden, during the entire year, the rain falls for 168 days and collects up to 542mm (21.34") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Kristinehamn. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 14.1 days and typically aggregates up to 135mm (5.31") of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 7h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:59 and sunset at 15:14. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 08:16 and sunset at 16:17 CET.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Kristinehamn is 3.4h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 1 in January leads to these guidelines:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.

Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Kristinehamn?

January, noted for its average high-temperature of -0.7°C (30.7°F) and an average low-temperature of -3.8°C (25.2°F), is considered the coldest month in Kristinehamn.

How cold is January in Kristinehamn?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are -0.7°C (30.7°F) and -3.8°C (25.2°F) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January in Kristinehamn?

In January, the average relative humidity in Kristinehamn, Sweden, is 89%.

How many days does it rain in January in Kristinehamn?

In Kristinehamn, in January, it is raining for 8.9 days, with typically 36mm (1.42") of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Kristinehamn?

January is the month with the most snowfall in Kristinehamn. Snow falls for 14.1 days and accumulates 135mm (5.31") of snow.

How many days does it snow in January in Kristinehamn?

In Kristinehamn, Sweden, in January, snow falls for 14.1 days, with typically accumulated 135mm (5.31") of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Kristinehamn have in January?

In January, the average day length is 7h and 2min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Kristinehamn?

On the first day of January in Kristinehamn, sunrise is at 08:59 and sunset at 15:14. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:16 and sunset at 16:17 CET.

How many hours of sunshine does Kristinehamn have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 3.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Kristinehamn?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Kristinehamn, Sweden.

How high is the UV index in January in Kristinehamn?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Kristinehamn, Sweden

Average temperature in January - Kristinehamn, Sweden
  • Average high temperature in January: -0.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (20.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-0.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: -3.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (13°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-3.9°C).

Average pressure in January
Kristinehamn, Sweden

Average pressure in January - Kristinehamn, Sweden
  • Average pressure in January: 1011.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1014.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1008mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Kristinehamn, Sweden

Average wind speed in January - Kristinehamn, Sweden
  • Average wind speed in January: 15.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (15.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (12.3km/h).

Average humidity in January
Kristinehamn, Sweden

Average humidity in January - Kristinehamn, Sweden
  • Average humidity in January: 89%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (69%).

Average rainfall in January
Kristinehamn, Sweden

Average rainfall in January - Kristinehamn, Sweden
  • Average rainfall in January: 36mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (69mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (21mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Kristinehamn, Sweden

Average rainfall days in January - Kristinehamn, Sweden
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.2 days).

Average snowfall in January
Kristinehamn, Sweden

Average snowfall in January - Kristinehamn, Sweden
  • Average snowfall in January: 135mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (135mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in January
Kristinehamn, Sweden

Average snowfall days in January - Kristinehamn, Sweden
  • Average snowfall days in January: 14.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Kristinehamn, Sweden

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Kristinehamn, Sweden
  • Average daylight in January: 7h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in January
Kristinehamn, Sweden

Average sunshine days in January - Kristinehamn, Sweden
  • Average sunshine days in January: 11.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (14.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (8 days).

Average UV index in January
Kristinehamn, Sweden

Average UV index in January - Kristinehamn, Sweden
  • 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 and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Kristinehamn, Sweden

Average cloud cover in January - Kristinehamn, Sweden
  • Average cloud cover in January: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 41).

Average visibility in January
Kristinehamn, Sweden

Average visibility in January - Kristinehamn, Sweden
  • Average visibility in January: 8km

The month with the highest visibility is June (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (8km).

Kristinehamn, Sweden

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