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Arendal in January 2027: weather, temperatures and activities

Do you want to visit Arendal in January 2027? Discover the usual weather at this time of year, average temperatures, the risk of rain, possible activities, and our opinion on whether January is a good month to travel to Arendal, Norway.

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Arendal in January 2027: weather, temperatures and activities

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Arendal in January in summary
Very bad weather
Min -1°C Max 2°C 151 mm 8 day(s) 86% 60% 8°C 4.5 h/day 30.3 cm
Best activities in January
Gastronomy
Practical guidelines
Moderate crowds 09:01 16:08
Hourly weather

Average weather in Arendal in January 2027

Very bad weather

The weather in Arendal in January 2027 is based on statistical data from previous years in January. This allows you to forecast the weather in January 2027. Check the hourly statistics (6:00, 9:00, 12:00, 15:00, 18:00, 21:00, 0:00 and 3:00), with the associated average temperature, for the whole month, and also, by navigating the tabs, for the beginning, middle and end of the month.

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Climate

Climate of Arendal in January

Temperatures, precipitation, snow and monthly trends help better understand the climate in Arendal in January.

Temperatures and rain in Arendal in January

Average daily weather

Temperatures, rain and snow day by day in January, with a separate scale for snow.
Minimal Average Maximums Average rainfall Daily snow

Monthly temperatures

The month of January is highlighted to compare it quickly with the rest of the year.
Minimal Average Maximums

Monthly precipitation

The bar for the month under study is highlighted.
Average rainfall

About the climate in Arendal in January

Seasonal normals

Seasonal normals of Arendal in January

Check the seasonal normals in Arendal in January and compare the weather with the previous month and the following month (or the months of your choice by selecting months in the form below): temperatures, wind, rain, humidity, climate rating...

Last updated: 12/01/2026
Reference period for normals: January 2009 - December 2025
Month analyzed
January
Weather data December January February
Outside temperature
Average temperature 2.5°C 0.5°C 0.1°C
Maximum temperature 3.5°C 1.5°C 1.4°C
Minimum temperature 1.4°C -0.6°C -1.2°C
Record maximum temperature 13.0°C
(2017)
10.0°C
(2020)
10.0°C
(2019)
Record low temperature -11.0°C
(2010)
-12.0°C
(2010)
-13.0°C
(2010)
Number of days at +30° 0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
Number of days at +18° 0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
Number of days below 0° 10 day(s)
(32%)
17 day(s)
(55%)
16 day(s)
(55%)
Sea temperature
Sea temperature (average) 7.0°C 4.6°C 4.0°C
Sea temperature (minimum) 4.3°C 1.7°C 1.3°C
Sea temperature (maximum) 10.1°C 7.7°C 6.5°C
Wind
Wind speed 24 km/h 24 km/h 22 km/h
Wind temperature -3.2°C -5.6°C -6.2°C
Precipitation (rain)
Precipitation 161.8 mm 150.7 mm 133.0 mm
Number of days with precipitation 17 day(s)
(55%)
17 day(s)
(55%)
16 day(s)
(55%)
Number of days with significant precipitation (greater than 5 mm) 9 day(s)
(30%)
8 day(s)
(27%)
8 day(s)
(26%)
Record precipitation in one day 57.0 mm
(2013)
49.8 mm
(2009)
63.1 mm
(2020)
Other weather data
Humidity 86% 86% 88%
Visibility 8.2 km 7.6 km 7.5 km
Cloud cover 60% 60% 60%
UV index 2 2 1
Daily sunshine 4h 4h 6h
Sunrise and sunset
Sunrise time 09h09 09h01 07h57
Sunset time 15h32 16h08 17h22
Day length 6h23 7h07 9h25
Our opinion on the climate in January
The review of Where And When very bad weather very bad weather very bad weather
Activities and events

What to do in Arendal in January?

Best activities in January
Gastronomy
Possible activities in January
Cultural visits and heritage
Activities not recommended in January
Beach and swimmingHiking and trekkingAnimal observationNature and landscapesBoat trip and cruise
Observed weather

What was the weather like in Arendal in January last?

Find the observed weather calendar in Arendal in January 2025, with each day’s weather, temperatures and precipitation.

Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. Sun.
1
Light rain shower
-1°C5°C2.5 mm0.3 cm
2
Clear/Sunny
-3°C2°C0.0 mm
3
Clear/Sunny
-3°C2°C2.6 mm
4
Cloudy
1°C2°C0.8 mm1.6 cm
5
Moderate or heavy snow showers
0°C5°C2.4 mm1.6 cm
6
Blizzard
-1°C0°C9.1 mm
7
Blizzard
0°C4°C1.5 mm1.6 cm
8
Partly Cloudy
2°C3°C0.0 mm
9
Moderate snow
-2°C-1°C0.1 mm0.4 cm
10
Clear/Sunny
-3°C-1°C0.0 mm
11
Clear/Sunny
-2°C1°C0.0 mm
12
Clear/Sunny
-1°C0°C0.0 mm
13
Cloudy
5°C6°C0.4 mm
14
Partly Cloudy
6°C7°C0.0 mm
15
Patchy rain nearby
4°C6°C0.1 mm
16
Clear/Sunny
5°C6°C0.0 mm
17
Clear/Sunny
6°C7°C0.0 mm
18
Partly Cloudy
6°C7°C0.0 mm
19
Clear/Sunny
5°C6°C0.0 mm
20
Clear/Sunny
2°C4°C0.0 mm
21
Moderate snow
1°C4°C0.2 mm0.4 cm
22
Mist
3°C5°C2.1 mm
23
Moderate snow
0°C3°C2.6 mm0.8 cm
24
Light rain
4°C6°C3.3 mm
25
Patchy rain nearby
5°C6°C0.2 mm
26
Clear/Sunny
4°C5°C0.0 mm
27
Blizzard
2°C4°C3.4 mm0.7 cm
28
Light rain shower
5°C6°C2.5 mm
29
Patchy rain nearby
4°C5°C0.3 mm
30
Light rain
3°C4°C1.7 mm
31
Clear/Sunny
1°C4°C0.0 mm
Nearby

Where to go near Arendal in January?

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Frequently asked questions

Travel to to Arendal in January: your frequently asked questions

Short answers to the questions we ask ourselves before booking for this month.

Not really. The weather conditions are unfavorable in Arendal in January, which places this month 7th out of 12. A trip is still possible, but plan a flexible itinerary.

Expect an average of 2°C during the day and -1°C at night, with about 151 mm of precipitation spread over 8 rainy days.

The sea is only 5°C on average in January. Swimming is still possible, but it will be cool.

Expect about 4.5 hours of sunshine per day on average for this month.

This month is particularly suited to these activities: Gastronomy. These are the ones for which the conditions on site are most favourable.

No: this month is in Moderate crowds, with a visitor index of 21/100. It is one of the quietest periods of the year.

If your dates are flexible, the most favorable months in Arendal are: June, July, August and September. Compare them before finalizing your departure.
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