The climate of Alkmaar in January is humid. An average of 90 mm precipitation is recorded over 19 days. The situation is drier than the previous month: in December, the average recorded is 105 mm over 19 days.
Temperatures are cold in Alkmaar in January: expect warm clothing. The average maximum temperature reaches 6°C, while the minimum falls to about 4°C. The month's average temperature is 5°C. These normals should be compared with the records recorded in Alkmaar in January: 12°C as a maximum in 2016 and -5°C as a minimum in 2010. Plan for about 5 days with temperatures below 0°, which is 16% of the month.
In January, the days last on average 08:12 in Alkmaar. The sun rises around 08:45 and sets around 16:57.
With very unfavorable weather, the month of January is generally not recommended for traveling to Alkmaar in the Netherlands.
In January, the most favorable activities in Alkmaar are: Gastronomy.
Some activities remain possible even if conditions are not optimal: Cultural visits and heritage and Family and attractions.
By contrast, these activities are not recommended or are ill-suited in Alkmaar in January: Nature and landscapes and Nightlife.
