Amsterdam in january: average Weather, Temperature and Climate
Weather in Amsterdam in january 2025
The weather in Amsterdam in january comes from statistical datas on the past years. You can view the weather statistics for the whole month, but also by clicking on the tabs for the beginning, the middle and the end of the month.
Average weather throughout january
very bad weather 69.4cm
Weather at 6am
40°F
Cloudy
31% of time
21%
18%
15%
Weather at 12pm
43°F
Cloudy
30% of time
20%
18%
16%
Weather at 6pm
40°F
Cloudy
24% of time
21%
18%
17%
Weather at 3am
40°F
29%
22%
15%
14%
Evolution of daily average temperature and precipitation in Amsterdam in january
These charts show the evolution of average minimum/maximum temperatures as well as average daily precipitation volume in Amsterdam in january.
The climate of Amsterdam in january is very bad
Climatic conditions in January are far from ideal, due to the high humidity that accompanies cool temperatures. The few hours of sunshine still allow to enjoy beautiful sunsets, to relax in one of the most romantic cities in the world - despite the mediocre weather in Amsterdam throughout January.
Amsterdam at the Beginning of January
The first days of January are characterized by the alternation of clouds, nice weather and a few rainy episodes. To this are added rather low temperatures which make the wearing of warm clothes indispensable. While at nightfall, weather conditions can even favor snowfall.
Amsterdam in the Middle of January
The middle of the month corresponds to the coolest and wettest period of January. This means that despite a few sunny days, one should also expect a lot of rainy days - as slight showers often give way to relatively intense rains.
Amsterdam at the End of January
As the climatic conditions are identical to those of the beginning of the month, the climate throughout January in Amsterdam at the end of the month is not very good. In addition to the already cool temperatures, the dawn is often favorable to snowfall - while the daytime environments observe quite a few showers.
Seasonal average climate and temperature of Amsterdam in january
Check below seasonal norms These datas are generated from the weather statements of the past years of the month of january.
January | |||||
Outside temperature | |||||
Average temperature | 41°F | ||||
Highest temperature | 43°F | ||||
Lowest temperature | 40°F | ||||
Highest record temperature | 56°F (2016) | ||||
Lowest record temperature | 22°F (2010) | ||||
Number of days at -32°F | 7 day(s) (23%) | ||||
Sea temperature | |||||
Average sea temperature | 44°F | ||||
Lowest sea temperature | 41°F | ||||
Highest sea temperature | 47°F | ||||
Wind | |||||
Wind speed | 24km/h | ||||
Wind temperature | 32°F | ||||
Precipitation (rainfall) | |||||
Rainfall | 4.1in | ||||
Number of days with rainfall | 7 day(s) (24%) | ||||
Record daily rainfall | 1.9in (2018) | ||||
Snowfall | 69.4cm | ||||
Other climate data | |||||
Humidity | 89% | ||||
Visibility | 8.61km | ||||
Cloud cover | 64% | ||||
UV index | 2 | ||||
Daily sunshine hours | 6 | ||||
Sunrise and sunset | |||||
Time of sunrise | 08:43 | ||||
Time of sunset | 16:57 | ||||
Length of day | 08:14 | ||||
Our opinion about the weather in january | |||||
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | very bad |
How was the weather last january?
Here is the day by day recorded weather in Amsterdam in january 2024:
43°F to 47°F
49°F to 54°F
49°F to 50°F
45°F to 49°F
43°F to 47°F
40°F to 43°F
32°F to 34°F
29°F to 32°F
27°F to 32°F
27°F to 34°F
27°F to 38°F
38°F to 43°F
41°F to 43°F
41°F to 43°F
36°F to 38°F
36°F to 38°F
31°F to 34°F
32°F to 40°F
31°F to 40°F
34°F to 36°F
34°F to 43°F
49°F to 50°F
41°F to 49°F
49°F to 54°F
40°F to 47°F
45°F to 52°F
40°F to 45°F
36°F to 49°F
41°F to 50°F
47°F to 49°F
40°F to 47°F
Map: other cities in the Netherlands in january
Cities near Amsterdam:
Marken in january | very bad weather |
Volendam in january | very bad weather |
Almere Stad in january | very bad weather |
Zandvoort in january | very bad weather |
Keukenhof (Stationsweg) in january | very bad weather |
Alkmaar in january | very bad weather |
Hoorn in january | very bad weather |
Utrecht in january | very bad weather |
De Bilt in january | very bad weather |
Katwijk aan Zee in january | very bad weather |
Amersfoort in january | very bad weather |
Gouda in january | very bad weather |
Click over cities on the map for information about the weather in january.
Weather data for Amsterdam in january:
Weather data for Amsterdam for january are derived from an average of the weather forecast since 2009 in Amsterdam. There is a margin of error and these forecasts are to be considered as general information only. The weather in Amsterdam can vary slightly from year to year, but this data should limit surprises. So you can pack your bags or check for the best time in year to go to Amsterdam.