January weather forecast
Härnösand, Sweden

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Weather in January

In Härnösand, January's weather is characterized by falling snow and sub-zero temperatures, making it the coldest month of the year. Despite the harsh conditions, the city manages to embrace the winter with various activities such as ice skating and snowmobiling. Winds at 18.7km/h (11.6mph), and a significant snowfall of 150mm (5.91") and 14.9 snowy days reinforce the strong winter conditions prevalent in the city. With shorter daylight hours, the city experiences a slower pace of life. Residents and visitors will do well to bundle up in this month to counteract January's chill.

Temperature

January's arrival shows an average high-temperature of a subzero cold -1.7°C (28.9°F), hardly different from the previous month. During January, nights in Härnösand, Sweden, cool slightly to an average low of -4.3°C (24.3°F).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The wettest months in Härnösand are January and December, with an average 36mm (1.42") of rainfall.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 14.9 days and typically aggregates up to 150mm (5.91") of snow.

Sea temperature

In Härnösand, the average seawater temperature in January is 0.6°C (33.1°F).
Note: In the case of swimming, the extreme coldness, danger, and life-threatening nature of this situation are apparent. Without insulated waterproof wear, hypothermia sets in rapidly.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 6h and 7min.
On the first day of January in Härnösand, Sweden, sunrise is at 09:18 and sunset at 14:24. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:21 and sunset at 15:41 CET.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January in Härnösand is 2.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Härnösand are January and November, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 1 during January leads to these advisories:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is January in Härnösand?

Härnösand in January has an average high-temperature of -1.7°C (28.9°F) and an average low-temperature of -4.3°C (24.3°F).

What is the average humidity in January in Härnösand?

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

What is the rainiest month in Härnösand?

The wettest months in Härnösand are January and December, with an average 36mm (1.42") of rainfall.

How much does it rain in Härnösand in January?

In Härnösand, Sweden, in January, it is raining for 5.4 days, with typically 36mm (1.42") of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Härnösand?

The month with the most snowfall in Härnösand, Sweden, is January, when snow falls for 14.9 days and typically aggregates up to 150mm (5.91") of snow.

How many days does it snow in January in Härnösand?

In January, in Härnösand, it is snowing for 14.9 days. Throughout January, 150mm (5.91") of snow is accumulated.

What is the sea temperature in January in Härnösand?

In Härnösand, Sweden, in January, the average water temperature is 0.6°C (33.1°F). For swimming, this is considered extremely cold, dangerous, and life-threatening. Unless suitably protected with insulated waterproof clothing, hypothermia quickly occurs.

How many hours of daylight does Härnösand have in January?

The average day length in January in Härnösand is 6h and 7min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Härnösand?

On the first day of January in Härnösand, sunrise is at 09:18 and sunset at 14:24. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:21 and sunset at 15:41 CET.

How many hours of sunshine does Härnösand have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January in Härnösand is 2.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Härnösand?

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

How high is the UV index in January in Härnösand?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Härnösand, Sweden, is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in January
Härnösand, Sweden

Average temperature in January - Härnösand, Sweden
  • Average high temperature in January: -1.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (18.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (-1.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: -4.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (13.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-5°C).

Average pressure in January
Härnösand, Sweden

Average pressure in January - Härnösand, Sweden
  • Average pressure in January: 1009.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1014.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1005.8mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Härnösand, Sweden

Average wind speed in January - Härnösand, Sweden
  • Average wind speed in January: 18.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (18.8km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are May and August (13.9km/h).

Average humidity in January
Härnösand, Sweden

Average humidity in January - Härnösand, Sweden
  • Average humidity in January: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (71%).

Average rainfall in January
Härnösand, Sweden

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

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are January and December (36mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are April and June (15mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Härnösand, Sweden

Average rainfall days in January - Härnösand, Sweden
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (10.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Härnösand, Sweden

Average snowfall in January - Härnösand, Sweden
  • Average snowfall in January: 150mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (150mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in January
Härnösand, Sweden

Average snowfall days in January - Härnösand, Sweden
  • Average snowfall days in January: 14.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in January
Härnösand, Sweden

Average sea temperature in January - Härnösand, Sweden
  • Average sea temperature in January: 0.6°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (17°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (0.3°C).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Härnösand, Sweden
  • Average daylight in January: 6h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 2h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 13h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 1h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Härnösand, Sweden

Average sunshine days in January - Härnösand, Sweden
  • Average sunshine days in January: 10.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (21.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Härnösand, Sweden

Average UV index in January - Härnösand, Sweden
  • Average UV index in January: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Härnösand, Sweden

Average cloud cover in January - Härnösand, Sweden
  • Average cloud cover in January: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in January
Härnösand, Sweden

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

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (8km).

Härnösand, Sweden

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