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Gudvangen in January 2027: weather, temperatures and activities

Do you want to visit Gudvangen 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 Gudvangen, Norway.

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Gudvangen in January 2027: weather, temperatures and activities

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Gudvangen in January in summary
Very bad weather
Min -6°C Max -2°C 273 mm 12 day(s) 91% 61% 3.8 h/day 94.6 cm
Best activities in January
Winter sports and snow
Practical guidelines
Low crowds 09:27 15:58
Hourly weather

Average weather in Gudvangen in January 2027

Very bad weather

The weather in Gudvangen 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 Gudvangen in January

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

Temperatures and rain in Gudvangen 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 Gudvangen in January

Seasonal normals

Seasonal normals of Gudvangen in January

Check the seasonal normals in Gudvangen 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 -2.6°C -4.0°C -3.5°C
Maximum temperature -0.9°C -2.0°C -0.9°C
Minimum temperature -4.4°C -6.0°C -6.0°C
Record maximum temperature 7.0°C
(2011)
6.0°C
(2015)
7.0°C
(2019)
Record low temperature -26.0°C
(2014)
-20.0°C
(2011)
-22.0°C
(2011)
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° 23 day(s)
(74%)
27 day(s)
(87%)
23 day(s)
(79%)
Wind
Wind speed 13 km/h 14 km/h 12 km/h
Wind temperature -8.0°C -9.9°C -9.8°C
Precipitation (rain)
Precipitation 310.6 mm 272.8 mm 223.3 mm
Number of days with precipitation 22 day(s)
(71%)
20 day(s)
(65%)
18 day(s)
(62%)
Number of days with significant precipitation (greater than 5 mm) 14 day(s)
(44%)
12 day(s)
(40%)
11 day(s)
(37%)
Record precipitation in one day 110.2 mm
(2019)
88.4 mm
(2020)
101.8 mm
(2021)
Other weather data
Humidity 93% 91% 93%
Visibility 6.7 km 6.5 km 6.5 km
Cloud cover 67% 61% 60%
UV index 1 1 1
Daily sunshine 3h 4h 6h
Sunrise and sunset
Sunrise time 09h39 09h27 08h13
Sunset time 15h17 15h58 17h21
Day length 5h38 6h31 9h08
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 Gudvangen in January?

Best activities in January
Winter sports and snow
Possible activities in January
Northern or Southern Lights
Activities not recommended in January
Hiking and trekkingAnimal observationNature and landscapes
Observed weather

What was the weather like in Gudvangen in January last?

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

Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. Sun.
1
Light snow
-17°C-14°C2.7 mm5.8 cm
2
Light snow
-19°C-12°C1.3 mm3.1 cm
3
Moderate snow
-23°C-17°C0.2 mm0.9 cm
4
Light snow
-19°C-18°C0.3 mm0.8 cm
5
Freezing fog
-18°C-13°C0.2 mm0.6 cm
6
Moderate snow
-14°C-11°C1.3 mm3.1 cm
7
Light snow
-15°C-12°C0.5 mm1.5 cm
8
Light snow
-16°C-13°C0.3 mm0.8 cm
9
Freezing fog
-17°C-15°C0.0 mm
10
Partly Cloudy
-16°C-15°C0.0 mm
11
Clear/Sunny
-18°C-16°C0.0 mm
12
Clear/Sunny
-15°C-10°C0.0 mm
13
Light snow
-11°C-1°C5.6 mm10.0 cm
14
Heavy snow
-3°C0°C3.1 mm9.4 cm
15
Moderate or Heavy freezing rain
-3°C1°C2.1 mm2.2 cm
16
Freezing fog
0°C1°C0.4 mm2.5 cm
17
Clear/Sunny
-4°C1°C0.0 mm
18
Partly Cloudy
-6°C1°C0.0 mm
19
Partly Cloudy
-5°C-4°C0.0 mm
20
Clear/Sunny
-6°C-2°C0.0 mm
21
Heavy snow
-6°C-4°C1.2 mm3.0 cm
22
Mist
-11°C-5°C0.8 mm1.6 cm
23
Moderate snow
-11°C-6°C1.2 mm3.1 cm
24
Moderate snow
-15°C-6°C1.9 mm6.1 cm
25
Blizzard
-8°C-4°C7.4 mm7.4 cm
26
Overcast
-13°C-5°C2.1 mm3.3 cm
27
Moderate snow
-16°C-9°C0.9 mm1.8 cm
28
Heavy snow
-14°C-8°C0.6 mm2.2 cm
29
Mist
-11°C-8°C0.0 mm
30
Partly Cloudy
-12°C-10°C0.0 mm
31
Mist
-10°C-8°C0.0 mm
Nearby

Where to go near Gudvangen in January?

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

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Frequently asked questions

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

Expect an average of -2°C during the day and -6°C at night, with about 273 mm of precipitation spread over 12 rainy days.

Expect about 3.8 hours of sunshine per day on average for this month.

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

No: this month is in Low crowds, with a visitor index of 14/100. It is one of the quietest periods of the year.

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