Weather in Norway for January 2025
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Norway is transformed into a snow paradise in January, with more than 20 snowy days on average.
According to Norway snow forecast for January 2025, 6 snowy days are expected until the end of the month. The closest date with snow is Friday, 24 January.Until now, January 2025 in Norway has been nearly identical to the historical average, with a temperature of -4.4 °C (showing only a slight deviation of -0.1 °C).
The forecast for the upcoming days in Norway predicts a temperature of -3.4 °C, which is slightly above the historical average.
In general, the average temperature in Norway at the beginning of January is -5.4 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately rise, reaching an average of -4 °C by the end of January.
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Norway in January average weather
| Mon. | Tue. | Wed. | Thu. | Fri. | Sat. | Sun. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1  -4° | 2 -5° | 3  -5° | 4  -6° | 5  -6° | ||
| 6 -6° | 7  -6° | 8 -5° | 9 -5° | 10  -4° | 11 -3° | 12 -3° |
| 13 -3° | 14  -2° | 15  -2° | 16 -4° | 17 -2° | 18 -3° | 19 -5° |
| 20 -4° | 21 -6° | 22 -4° | 23 -2° | 24  -7° | 25 -8° | 26  -2° |
| 27 -4° | 28 -6° | 29  -4° | 30  -0° | 31 -4° |
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Temperatures trend during January in Norway
January weather day by day
| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Jan. | Overcast | -4° /-9° | 3.5 mm | 1.7 cm | |
| 2 Jan. | Overcast | -5° /-9° | 4.5 mm | 3.1 cm | |
| 3 Jan. | Light freezing rain | -5° /-8° | 3.8 mm | 1.7 cm | |
| 4 Jan. | Partly cloudy | -6° /-11° | 1.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 5 Jan. | Moderate rain at times | -6° /-11° | 3.3 mm | 1.1 cm | |
| 6 Jan. | Light freezing rain | -6° /-10° | 2.1 mm | 0.6 cm | |
| 7 Jan. | Sunny | -6° /-12° | 4.5 mm | 3.6 cm | |
| 8 Jan. | Light freezing rain | -5° /-10° | 10.4 mm | 4.4 cm | |
| 9 Jan. | Partly cloudy | -5° /-9° | 2.5 mm | 0.9 cm | |
| 10 Jan. | Cloudy | -4° /-10° | 7.9 mm | 2 cm | |
| 11 Jan. | Partly cloudy | -3° /-10° | 6.9 mm | 4 cm | |
| 12 Jan. | Partly cloudy | -3° /-8° | 9.5 mm | 6.4 cm | |
| 13 Jan. | Partly cloudy | -3° /-7° | 8.2 mm | 3.9 cm | |
| 14 Jan. | Patchy moderate snow | -2° /-7° | 5.4 mm | 1.3 cm | |
| 15 Jan. | Moderate snow | -2° /-8° | 11.9 mm | 3.1 cm | |
| 16 Jan. | Overcast | -4° /-8° | 6.4 mm | 2.3 cm | |
| 17 Jan. | Light freezing rain | -2° /-6° | 6 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| 18 Jan. | Light freezing rain | -3° /-7° | 10.6 mm | 2.9 cm | |
| 19 Jan. | Partly cloudy | -5° /-10° | 6.2 mm | 2.5 cm | |
| 20 Jan. | Overcast | -4° /-10° | 4.3 mm | 2.5 cm | |
| 21 Jan. | Overcast | -6° /-11° | 1 mm | 0.4 cm | |
| 22 Jan. | Moderate snow | -4° /-10° | 2.8 mm | 0.9 cm | |
| 23 Jan. | Cloudy | -2° /-7° | 8.1 mm | 1.9 cm | |
| 24 Jan. | Light freezing rain | -7° /-8° | 0.1 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| 25 Jan. | Partly cloudy | -8° /-10° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 26 Jan. | Moderate or heavy snow showers | -2° /-10° | 1.6 mm | 1.1 cm | |
| 27 Jan. | Light freezing rain | -4° /-7° | 0.1 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| 28 Jan. | Partly cloudy | -6° /-9° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 29 Jan. | Light snow | -4° /-6° | 0.4 mm | 0.3 cm | |
| 30 Jan. | Blizzard | 0° /-3° | 8.3 mm | 3.3 cm | |
| 31 Jan. | Moderate or heavy snow showers | -4° /-5° | 3.2 mm | 2.3 cm | |
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Guide for Norway in January
In January, Norway experiences cold and wintry weather, with varying conditions at the beginning and end of the month. At the start of January, the weather in Norway is typically characterized by sub-zero temperatures, especially in the northern regions.
In cities like Oslo and Bergen, temperatures can range from 0° to 4°, with occasional snowfall and overcast skies. The coastal areas may experience milder temperatures, ranging from 2° to 6°, with a mix of rain and snow.
Towards the end of January, the weather in Norway tends to become even colder, particularly in the mountainous and inland areas. Temperatures in Oslo and Bergen can drop to as low as -3° to 1°, with an increased chance of snowfall and icy conditions.
Along the coast, temperatures may hover around 0° to 4°, with a higher likelihood of precipitation.
Overall, January in Norway brings cold and wintry weather, making it an ideal time for winter sports enthusiasts to enjoy activities such as skiing and snowboarding. Travelers should be prepared for cold temperatures and potential disruptions to transportation due to snow and ice.
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