January Weather in Amsterdam

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Amsterdam, Netherlands, during January is characterized by an average temperature of 4°C (40°F). Highs can soar to 12°C (53°F), while lows may dip to -3°C (27°F). Typically, the humidity level in Amsterdam throughout January hovers around 87%.

-3°C (27°F)

Minimum temperature

4°C (40°F)

Average temperature

12°C (53°F)

Maximum temperature

87%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In January, Amsterdam averages 56 mm (2.2 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 12 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 8 hours 18 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 3 hours 39 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 18% probability of sunny days during this period.

56 mm (2.2 inches)

Precipitation

12 rainy days

Rainy days

3 hours 39 minutes

Sunshine hours

18%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In January, the UV Index in Amsterdam reaches a maximum of 1, indicating a level of Low exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 09:00 and 11:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 45 minutes.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  07:00 08:00 09:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00 16:00 17:00 18:00 19:00
UVI 0 0 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 0 0
Exposure Low
Time to burn 45 min

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