The climate of Lofoten in January is humid. An average of 111 mm precipitation is recorded over 20 days. The situation is drier than the previous month: in December, the average recorded is 112 mm over 22 days.
Temperatures are cold in Lofoten in January: expect warm clothing. The average maximum temperature reaches 3°C, while the minimum falls to about 1°C. The month's average temperature is 2°C. These normals should be compared with the records recorded in Lofoten in January: 8°C as a maximum in 2009 and -9°C as a minimum in 2010. Plan for about 12 days with temperatures below 0°, which is 39% of the month.
In January, the days last on average 03:12 in Lofoten. The sun rises around 10:40 and sets around 13:52.
With very unfavorable weather, the month of January is generally not recommended for traveling to Lofoten in Norway.
In January, the most favorable activities in Lofoten are: Northern or Southern Lights and Winter sports and snow.
Some activities remain possible even if conditions are not optimal: Animal observation and Nature and landscapes.
By contrast, these activities are not recommended or are ill-suited in Lofoten in January: Beach and swimming, Hiking and trekking and Boat trip and cruise.
