If you plan to visit Stockholm in January, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +32°F during the day and approximately 3 sunny days. Expect some snowy, though, as there are typically 10 snowy days in the month and around 26 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
January is usually the coldest month of the year in Stockholm;
Average weather
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+32°F
Avg. max. temperature
-15°F
Min.
+52°F
Max.
15 mm
Total precipitation
85%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
3 ☀️
Sunny Days
15 ⛅️
Cloudy
4 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Stockholm has OK weather in January.
Average temperature in Stockholm in January
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Stockholm for January based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +43°F during the day to a minimum of +18°F during the night, the temperature in January averages around +37°F.
The average maximum temperature goes down 7% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +37°F to +36°F.
Is Stockholm warm or cold in January?
Stockholm is typically chill in January.
Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +36°F to +32°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +27°F to +25°F.
Pack a jumper and a jacket as there will be cooler temperatures.
January is the coldest month in Stockholm, here is the comparison with other months:
Water temperature in Stockholm in January
Water in Stockholm in January is Cold. It varies from +30°F to +39°F, with an average of +34°F.Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +32°F.
The water temperature in January is one of the coldest of the entire year:
The warmest water temperatures in Stockholm are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +65°F. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +33°F.
Can you swim in Stockholm in January?
We would not recommend swimming in Stockholm in January, the water is very cold (+34°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
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Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
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Warm
77°F - 82°F
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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.
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Climate in Stockholm in January
Stockholm weather looks like this, on average, in January and the surrounding months.
December
January
February
Avg. temperature
+36°F
+32°F
+32°F
Min. temperature
-9°F
-15°F
-11°F
Max. temperature
+55°F
+52°F
+54°F
Rainfall
22 mm
15 mm
9 mm
Wind
3 m/s
3 m/s
3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+39°F
+34°F
+33°F
Humidity
87%
85%
83%
Air pressure
1008 HPa
1009 HPa
1011 HPa
Sunny days
3
3
3
Cloudy days
13
15
13
Rainy days
6
4
3
Snowy days
10
10
9
January weather is still as ok as in December.It’s getting colder in January. From +36°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +32°F.As January arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 22 mm to 15 mm.It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 87% to 85%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during January, staying around 3 m/s.The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 3 sunny days during the month.
February brings much the same weather, it remains ok.
Wind speed in Stockholm in January based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 8 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Stockholm is gradually increasing during January, going from 1 m/s to 4 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during January in Stockholm based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 39% chance of rain on an average day in January, with total rainfall of approximately 74 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 19 mm, which is considered light rain.January is a pretty wet month with over 12 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
Here’s how January is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Stockholm wettest month is August, where a typical day has a 58% chance of precipitation and 73 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 10% chance of precipitation and 9 mm of rainfall per day.
Snow
Amount of snow in mm during January in Stockholm based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 13% chance of snow on an average day in January, with a total monthly snowfall of approximately 17 mm.
January is one of the snowiest months in Stockholm.
Here’s how January is compared with other months in the amount of snow, total mm:
How was the weather last January in Stockholm?
This is the weather in Stockholm in January 2023:
1 January
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+37°F
2 January
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+41°F
3 January
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+32°F
4 January
🌨️
+31°F
5 January
🌨️
+31°F
6 January
🌨️
+26°F
7 January
🌨️
+35°F
8 January
🌧️
+39°F
9 January
🌫️
+40°F
10 January
☁️
+40°F
11 January
☁️
+41°F
12 January
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+41°F
13 January
🌧️
+41°F
14 January
🌧️
+41°F
15 January
☀️
+40°F
16 January
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+39°F
17 January
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+39°F
18 January
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+39°F
19 January
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+33°F
20 January
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+34°F
21 January
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+32°F
22 January
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+25°F
23 January
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+28°F
24 January
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+39°F
25 January
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+43°F
26 January
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+39°F
27 January
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+32°F
28 January
☁️
+37°F
29 January
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+42°F
30 January
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+42°F
31 January
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+36°F
In January 2023 Stockholm had 7 sunny days, 15 cloudy days, and 4 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +37°F, with an absolute maximum of +43°F and a minimum of +25°F. The average humidity was 90%, with a maximum of 99% and a minimum of 56%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 10 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in January?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Stockholm climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Stockholm in January has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1985 (+45°F) and the highest in 2020 (+54°F). The driest year was 2018 with only 313 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2023 with 835 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Stockholm in January:
Is January a good time to visit Stockholm?
It’s always a good time to visit Stockholm, 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 Stockholm in January?
Not really, January is not the best time to sunbathe, unless you visit a local solarium.
Can you swim in Stockholm in January?
Swimming in Stockholm in January is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.
Is Stockholm rainy in January?
Stockholm is usually dry in January. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.
Is it sunny in Stockholm in January?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Stockholm in January, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
How much does it cost to fly to Stockholm in January?
The normal prices to fly to Stockholm is $570 - $570. It means that the majority of our users have picked flights in this range. To find the best price we recommend you search early, using our flexible dates feature.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Stockholm, 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.
