Longyearbyen
January
Weather in Longyearbyen for January 2025
Your guide to Longyearbyen weather in January - trends and predictions
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The climate of Longyearbyen in January is quite snowy, averaging 11 snowy days.
According to Longyearbyen snow forecast for January 2025, 6 snowy days are expected until the end of the month. The closest date with snow is Tuesday, 21 January.So far, January 2025 in Longyearbyen shows a warmer trend than usual by 2.2 °C.
Expect cooler weather in the next days in Longyearbyen with the forecast suggesting a temperature of -11.4 °C, lower than the historical average.
In general, the average temperature in Longyearbyen at the beginning of January is -13.1 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to significantly warm up, reaching an average of -9.3 °C by the end of January.
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Temperatures
19
Dry days
1
Rainy days
11
Snow days
-13°/-18°
Temperatures
15 km/h
Avg max wind
91 %
Avg humidity
Longyearbyen in January average weather
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| Mon. | Tue. | Wed. | Thu. | Fri. | Sat. | Sun. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1  -8° | 2  -9° | 3  -13° | 4  -14° | 5 -17° | ||
| 6 -19° | 7  -12° | 8 -10° | 9 -7° | 10  -8° | 11 -14° | 12 -15° |
| 13 -15° | 14 -16° | 15 -18° | 16  -18° | 17 -16° | 18 -18° | 19  -21° |
| 20 -21° | 21  -12° | 22  -4° | 23 -16° | 24 -14° | 25 -9° | 26  -10° |
| 27 -6° | 28 -8° | 29 -9° | 30 -8° | 31 -15° |
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Temperatures trend during January in Longyearbyen
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January weather day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
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| 1 Jan. | Heavy snow | -8° /-13° | 2.6 mm | 2.2 cm | |
| 2 Jan. | Mist | -9° /-15° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 3 Jan. | Freezing fog | -13° /-18° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 4 Jan. | Light snow | -14° /-18° | 0.3 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| 5 Jan. | Freezing fog | -17° /-21° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 6 Jan. | Freezing fog | -19° /-22° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 7 Jan. | Overcast | -12° /-20° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 8 Jan. | Heavy snow | -10° /-15° | 3.7 mm | 2.9 cm | |
| 9 Jan. | Heavy snow | -7° /-12° | 3.6 mm | 2.8 cm | |
| 10 Jan. | Moderate snow | -8° /-15° | 12.2 mm | 8.9 cm | |
| 11 Jan. | Moderate snow | -14° /-22° | 1.7 mm | 1.3 cm | |
| 12 Jan. | Mist | -15° /-22° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 13 Jan. | Light snow | -15° /-22° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 14 Jan. | Freezing fog | -16° /-21° | 0.1 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| 15 Jan. | Overcast | -18° /-24° | 1 mm | 0.7 cm | |
| 16 Jan. | Sunny | -18° /-23° | 0.3 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| 17 Jan. | Freezing fog | -16° /-26° | 0.3 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| 18 Jan. | Overcast | -18° /-23° | 0.6 mm | 0.5 cm | |
| 19 Jan. | Partly cloudy | -21° /-24° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 20 Jan. | Overcast | -21° /-23° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 21 Jan. | Freezing fog | -12° /-24° | 2.5 mm | 1.3 cm | |
| 22 Jan. | Moderate or heavy snow showers | -4° /-13° | 6.8 mm | 3 cm | |
| 23 Jan. | Mist | -16° /-18° | 0.1 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| 24 Jan. | Sunny | -14° /-18° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 25 Jan. | Sunny | -9° /-12° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 26 Jan. | Cloudy | -10° /-11° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 27 Jan. | Overcast | -6° /-9° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 28 Jan. | Overcast | -8° /-9° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 29 Jan. | Light snow | -9° /-11° | 0.3 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| 30 Jan. | Heavy snow | -8° /-16° | 0.6 mm | 0.5 cm | |
| 31 Jan. | Mist | -15° /-17° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Longyearbyen 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 Longyearbyen forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
Longyearbyen in January - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Longyearbyen 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 Longyearbyen during January?
In January, Longyearbyen 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 Longyearbyen in January 2025?
Longyearbyen experiences an average snowfall of 20.56 cm during January, occurring over 11 days.
What are the typical wind conditions in Longyearbyen during January?
The average wind speed in Longyearbyen during January is 15 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
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