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Narvik in January: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Narvik in January will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Narvik, based on historical data.
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January

Weather in Narvik in January 2025

OK Weather
Cold
🌨️
Snowy
🌊
Cold water
If you plan to visit Narvik in January, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +28°F during the day and approximately 2 sunny days. Expect some snowy, though, as there are typically 17 snowy days in the month and around 75 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
  • January is usually the coldest month of the year in Narvik;

Average weather

☀️
+28°F
Avg. max. temperature
-20°F
Min.
+50°F
Max.
75 mm
Total precipitation
78%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
2 ☀️
Sunny Days
10 ⛅️
Cloudy
3 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Narvik has OK weather in January.

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Is Narvik warm or cold in January?

Narvik is typically cold in January.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +32°F to +28°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +21°F to +18°F.

Wear your winter warms as it will be cold. To save space, layer, and don’t forget gloves and a scarf.

January is the coldest month in Narvik, here is the comparison with other months:

Water temperature in Narvik in January

Water in Narvik in January is Cold. It varies from +38°F to +43°F, with an average of +40°F. Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +28°F.

In January, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:

The warmest water temperatures in Narvik are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +54°F. The coldest water temperatures are in March, with an average of +39°F.

Can you swim in Narvik in January?

We would not recommend swimming in Narvik in January, the water is very cold (+40°F on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
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Cold
Below +61°F
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Fresh
61°F - 70°F
🏊
Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
👙
Warm
77°F - 82°F
🔥
Very warm
+82°C and up
You will need a full-body wetsuit, cap, gloves, a warm change of clothes, and a hot drink ready for after your swim.

Climate in Narvik in January

Narvik weather looks like this, on average, in January and the surrounding months.
DecemberJanuaryFebruary
Avg. temperature
+32°F+28°F+30°F
Min. temperature
-22°F-20°F-17°F
Max. temperature
+52°F+50°F+48°F
Rainfall
83 mm75 mm64 mm
Wind
2 m/s2 m/s2 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+43°F+40°F+39°F
Humidity
79%78%76%
Air pressure
1002 HPa1003 HPa1005 HPa
Sunny days
222
Cloudy days
9108
Rainy days
332
Snowy days
171716

January weather is still as ok as in December. It’s getting colder in January. From +32°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +28°F. As January arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 83 mm to 75 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 79% to 78%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during January, staying around 2 m/s. The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 2 sunny days during the month.

February brings much the same weather, it remains ok.

Wind

Wind speed in Narvik in January based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 2 m/s getting up to 4 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Narvik is gradually increasing during January, going from 1 m/s to 1 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during January in Narvik based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 26% chance of rain on an average day in January, with total rainfall of approximately 38 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 13 mm, which is considered light rain. On average, there are about 8 rainy days during January, so prepare to bring an umbrella.
Here’s how January is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Narvik wettest month is September, where a typical day has a 70% chance of precipitation and 148 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 7% chance of precipitation and 64 mm of rainfall per day.

Snow

Amount of snow in mm during January in Narvik based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 29% chance of snow on an average day in January, with a total monthly snowfall of approximately 100 mm.

January is one of the snowiest months in Narvik.

Here’s how January is compared with other months in the amount of snow, total mm:

How was the weather last January in Narvik?

This is the weather in Narvik in January 2023:
1 January
🌨️
+37°F
2 January
🌨️
+36°F
3 January
☁️
+33°F
4 January
☁️
+25°F
5 January
☀️
+25°F
6 January
☀️
+19°F
7 January
☁️
+17°F
8 January
☁️
+26°F
9 January
☁️
+27°F
10 January
☁️
+31°F
11 January
☁️
+33°F
12 January
☁️
+33°F
13 January
☁️
+35°F
14 January
🌨️
+32°F
15 January
☁️
+26°F
16 January
☁️
+27°F
17 January
☁️
+33°F
18 January
☁️
+28°F
19 January
☁️
+28°F
20 January
🌨️
+33°F
21 January
☁️
+38°F
22 January
🌧️
+45°F
23 January
🌧️
+40°F
24 January
🌨️
+36°F
25 January
🌨️
+32°F
26 January
🌨️
+31°F
27 January
🌨️
+39°F
28 January
🌨️
+37°F
29 January
☁️
+33°F
30 January
☁️
+25°F
31 January
☁️
+29°F
In January 2023 Narvik had 2 sunny days, 18 cloudy days, and 2 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +32°F, with an absolute maximum of +45°F and a minimum of +16°F. The average humidity was 83%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 39%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 6 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Narvik climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Narvik in January has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1981 (+42°F) and the highest in 1990 (+47°F). The driest year was 1980 with only 664 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1989 with 1620 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Narvik in January:

Is January a good time to visit Narvik?

It’s always a good time to visit Narvik, but the weather is changeable in January, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.

Can you sunbathe in Narvik in January?

Not really, January is not the best time to sunbathe, unless you visit a local solarium.

Can you swim in Narvik in January?

Swimming in Narvik in January is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.

Is Narvik rainy in January?

Narvik is often rainy in January. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Narvik in January?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Narvik in January, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

Other cities in Norway

Check out the weather for other cities in Norway.

Monthly weather in Narvik

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Narvik, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.