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Finnsnes in January 2027: weather, temperatures and activities

Do you want to visit Finnsnes 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 Finnsnes, Norway.

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Finnsnes in January 2027: weather, temperatures and activities

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Finnsnes in January in summary
Very bad weather
Min -7°C Max -3°C 157 mm 10 day(s) 86% 59% 6°C 1.0 h/day 66.3 cm
Best activities in January
Northern or Southern LightsWinter sports and snow
Practical guidelines
Moderate crowds 11:02 12:54
Hourly weather

Average weather in Finnsnes in January 2027

Very bad weather

The weather in Finnsnes 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 Finnsnes in January

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

Temperatures and rain in Finnsnes 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 Finnsnes in January

Seasonal normals

Seasonal normals of Finnsnes in January

Check the seasonal normals in Finnsnes 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 -3.3°C -5.0°C -5.0°C
Maximum temperature -1.7°C -3.3°C -3.2°C
Minimum temperature -5.0°C -6.7°C -6.8°C
Record maximum temperature 6.0°C
(2013)
6.0°C
(2015)
5.0°C
(2012)
Record low temperature -23.0°C
(2021)
-20.0°C
(2010)
-21.0°C
(2012)
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° 27 day(s)
(87%)
29 day(s)
(94%)
26 day(s)
(90%)
Sea temperature
Sea temperature (average) 6.2°C 4.9°C 4.2°C
Sea temperature (minimum) 4.0°C 3.6°C 3.3°C
Sea temperature (maximum) 8.9°C 6.1°C 5.3°C
Wind
Wind speed 20 km/h 20 km/h 20 km/h
Wind temperature -10.5°C -12.8°C -12.7°C
Precipitation (rain)
Precipitation 166.2 mm 157.1 mm 172.3 mm
Number of days with precipitation 18 day(s)
(58%)
17 day(s)
(55%)
17 day(s)
(59%)
Number of days with significant precipitation (greater than 5 mm) 10 day(s)
(32%)
10 day(s)
(32%)
9 day(s)
(33%)
Record precipitation in one day 72.0 mm
(2013)
48.2 mm
(2013)
72.2 mm
(2013)
Other weather data
Humidity 86% 86% 87%
Visibility 7.6 km 7.5 km 7.2 km
Cloud cover 63% 59% 63%
UV index 1 1 1
Daily sunshine 0h 1h 4h
Sunrise and sunset
Sunrise time — — 11h02 08h14
Sunset time — — 12h54 15h51
Day length — — 1h52 7h37
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 Finnsnes in January?

Best activities in January
Northern or Southern LightsWinter sports and snow
Possible activities in January
Nature and landscapes
Activities not recommended in January
Beach and swimmingAnimal observationBoat trip and cruise
Observed weather

What was the weather like in Finnsnes in January last?

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

Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. Sun.
1
Light snow
-15°C-10°C0.1 mm0.1 cm
2
Partly Cloudy
-16°C-11°C0.0 mm0.6 cm
3
Light snow
-11°C-7°C5.1 mm11.5 cm
4
Clear/Sunny
-16°C-14°C0.0 mm
5
Clear/Sunny
-16°C-9°C0.2 mm1.0 cm
6
Mist
-15°C-8°C1.3 mm2.6 cm
7
Clear/Sunny
-19°C-15°C0.0 mm
8
Partly Cloudy
-20°C-14°C0.0 mm
9
Moderate snow
-12°C-11°C0.2 mm0.6 cm
10
Light snow
-14°C-6°C0.0 mm1.9 cm
11
Moderate or heavy snow showers
-7°C-2°C8.7 mm22.4 cm
12
Heavy snow
-2°C2°C23.1 mm39.5 cm
13
Light sleet
-1°C4°C7.3 mm4.9 cm
14
Light sleet showers
0°C2°C6.3 mm1.9 cm
15
Light drizzle
-2°C5°C9.4 mm0.2 cm
16
Light rain
2°C4°C6.7 mm
17
Light rain
2°C5°C4.5 mm
18
Blizzard
-3°C3°C7.7 mm4.9 cm
19
Moderate or heavy snow showers
-5°C-2°C3.3 mm8.3 cm
20
Moderate or heavy snow showers
-10°C-6°C1.1 mm2.3 cm
21
Partly Cloudy
-16°C-11°C0.0 mm
22
Clear/Sunny
-21°C-15°C0.0 mm
23
Clear/Sunny
-15°C-12°C0.0 mm
24
Clear/Sunny
-13°C-12°C0.0 mm
25
Cloudy
-12°C-8°C0.0 mm
26
Overcast
-9°C0°C0.2 mm1.0 cm
27
Clear/Sunny
-8°C2°C0.2 mm0.2 cm
28
Overcast
-9°C-3°C0.6 mm1.9 cm
29
Partly Cloudy
-9°C-4°C0.0 mm
30
Cloudy
-8°C-4°C0.1 mm0.2 cm
31
Moderate or heavy snow showers
-1°C1°C4.8 mm13.3 cm
Nearby

Where to go near Finnsnes in January?

Compare cities and destinations near Finnsnes in January to find another travel stop, a nearby alternative or a logical continuation of your stay in Finnsnes.

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Frequently asked questions

Travel to to Finnsnes 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 Finnsnes in January, which places this month 5th out of 12. A trip is still possible, but plan a flexible itinerary.

Expect an average of -3°C during the day and -7°C at night, with about 157 mm of precipitation spread over 10 rainy days.

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

Expect about 1.0 hours of sunshine per day on average for this month.

This month is particularly suited to these activities: Northern or Southern Lights and Winter sports and snow. 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 38/100. It is one of the quietest periods of the year.
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