The climate of Longyearbyen in January is humid. An average of 70 mm precipitation is recorded over 14 days. The situation is wetter than the previous month: in December, an average of 49 mm is recorded over 14 days.
Temperatures are very cold in Longyearbyen in January: it is necessary to dress warmly. The average maximum temperature reaches -10°C, while the minimum falls to about -13°C. The month's average temperature is -11°C. These normals should be compared with the records recorded in Longyearbyen in January: 3°C as a maximum in 2016 and -32°C as a minimum in 2011.
With very unfavorable weather, the month of January is generally not recommended for traveling to Longyearbyen in Norway.
In January, the most favorable activities in Longyearbyen are: Northern or Southern Lights and Winter sports and snow.
Some activities remain possible even if conditions are not optimal: Cultural visits and heritage, Animal observation, Nature and landscapes and Gastronomy.
By contrast, these activities are not recommended or are ill-suited in Longyearbyen in January: Boat trip and cruise.
