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Weather in Spitsbergen for January 2025

Your guide to Spitsbergen weather in January - trends and predictions

    Snow Forecast ❄️

  • The climate of Spitsbergen in January is quite snowy, averaging 11 snowy days.
    According to Spitsbergen snow forecast for January 2025, 3 snowy days are expected at the beginning of January. The first snowfall for January is expected in Thursday, 2 January.

    • Temperatures

  • The forecast for the next days in Spitsbergen predicts temperatures to be around -12 °C, close to the historical average.

  • In general, the average temperature in Spitsbergen at the beginning of January is -15.6 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to significantly warm up, reaching an average of -4.4 °C by the end of January.

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Average dry days
19
Dry days
Average rainy days
1
Rainy days
Average snowy days
11
Snow days
Average temperatures
-13°/-18°
Temperatures
Average wind speed
15 km/h
Avg max wind
Average humidity
91 %
Avg humidity

Spitsbergen in January average weather

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December
February
Mon.Tue.Wed.Thu.Fri.Sat.Sun.
1
Partly cloudy
-21°
2
Moderate snow
-9°
3
Heavy snow
-6°
4
Blowing snow
-12°
5
Freezing fog
-25°
6
Freezing fog
-24°
7
Overcast
-12°
8
Heavy snow
-11°
9
Heavy snow
-11°
10
Moderate snow
-13°
11
Moderate snow
-12°
12
Mist
-15°
13
Light snow
-18°
14
Freezing fog
-23°
15
Overcast
-24°
16
Sunny
-25°
17
Freezing fog
-20°
18
Overcast
-19°
19
Partly cloudy
-22°
20
Overcast
-21°
21
Overcast
-14°
22
Light freezing rain
-6°
23
Light snow
-6°
24
Heavy snow
-5°
25
Heavy snow
0°
26
Overcast
1°
27
Light freezing rain
-6°
28
Light freezing rain
-9°
29
Light snow
-4°
30
Light freezing rain
-5°
31
Heavy snow
-8°
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January weather day by day

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December February
Date Weather Temperatures Rain Snow More
1 Jan. Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 -21° /-21° 0 mm 0 cm
2 Jan. Moderate snow
Moderate snow
 -9° /-18° 0.7 mm 0.5 cm
3 Jan. Heavy snow
Heavy snow
 -6° /-15° 1.3 mm 1 cm
4 Jan. Blowing snow
Blowing snow
 -12° /-20° 0.5 mm 0.2 cm
5 Jan. Freezing fog
Freezing fog
 -25° /-27° 0.1 mm 0 cm
6 Jan. Freezing fog
Freezing fog
 -24° /-27° 0 mm 0 cm
7 Jan. Overcast
Overcast
 -12° /-24° 0 mm 0 cm
8 Jan. Heavy snow
Heavy snow
 -11° /-16° 4.5 mm 3.8 cm
9 Jan. Heavy snow
Heavy snow
 -11° /-14° 3.2 mm 2.7 cm
10 Jan. Moderate snow
Moderate snow
 -13° /-15° 2.4 mm 2 cm
11 Jan. Moderate snow
Moderate snow
 -12° /-19° 2.2 mm 1.9 cm
12 Jan. Mist
Mist
 -15° /-18° 0 mm 0 cm
13 Jan. Light snow
Light snow
 -18° /-25° 0.1 mm 0 cm
14 Jan. Freezing fog
Freezing fog
 -23° /-27° 0 mm 0 cm
15 Jan. Overcast
Overcast
 -24° /-26° 0 mm 0 cm
16 Jan. Sunny
Sunny
 -25° /-29° 0 mm 0 cm
17 Jan. Freezing fog
Freezing fog
 -20° /-31° 0 mm 0 cm
18 Jan. Overcast
Overcast
 -19° /-23° 0 mm 0 cm
19 Jan. Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 -22° /-25° 0 mm 0 cm
20 Jan. Overcast
Overcast
 -21° /-23° 0 mm 0 cm
21 Jan. Overcast
Overcast
 -14° /-22° 0 mm 0 cm
22 Jan. Light freezing rain
Light freezing rain
 -6° /-15° 0.1 mm 0 cm
23 Jan. Light snow
Light snow
 -6° /-12° 0.3 mm 0.1 cm
24 Jan. Heavy snow
Heavy snow
 -5° /-8° 0.9 mm 0.7 cm
25 Jan. Heavy snow
Heavy snow
 0° /-8° 1.4 mm 1.1 cm
26 Jan. Overcast
Overcast
 1° /-5° 0.2 mm 0.2 cm
27 Jan. Light freezing rain
Light freezing rain
 -6° /-13° 0.1 mm 0 cm
28 Jan. Light freezing rain
Light freezing rain
 -9° /-15° 0 mm 0 cm
29 Jan. Light snow
Light snow
 -4° /-14° 2.3 mm 0 cm
30 Jan. Light freezing rain
Light freezing rain
 -5° /-9° 0 mm 0 cm
31 Jan. Heavy snow
Heavy snow
 -8° /-12° 3.7 mm 3.2 cm
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Spitsbergen in January is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Spitsbergen forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.

Spitsbergen in January - FAQ

What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Spitsbergen during January?
Brace for cold days with temperatures not exceeding -13° and nights that are likely to be freezing. Winter clothing is essential for comfort and safety.
How much rainfall should be expected in Spitsbergen during January?
In January, Spitsbergen can expect light to moderate rainfall, totaling 27.3 mm across approximately 1 days. Occasional showers are possible, and planning ahead for them could be helpful.
Will it snow in Spitsbergen in January 2025?
Spitsbergen experiences an average snowfall of 20.56 cm during January, occurring over 11 days.
What are the typical wind conditions in Spitsbergen during January?
The average wind speed in Spitsbergen during January is 15 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.

What to pack to Spitsbergen in January?

As you prepare for your trip to Spitsbergen in January, it's important to consider the typical weather patterns for the time of year. Below is a carefully tailored packing list to ensure that your time in Spitsbergen, during January, is comfortable and enjoyable, regardless of the weather conditions.

  • Clothing
    • Warm Clothing: Sweaters, hoodies, long pants
    • Thermal Wear: Base layers for cold destinations
    • All-Weather Jacket: Waterproof and breathable
  • Footwear
    • Insulated Boots: For snowy and extremely cold temperatures
  • Accessories
    • Scarves: To protect you from the cold wind
    • Gloves/Mittens: Essential for cold weather
    • Warm Hats: Warm hats for insulation in cold weather

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