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Steinkjer in January 2027: weather, temperatures and activities

Do you want to visit Steinkjer 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 Steinkjer, Norway.

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Steinkjer in January 2027: weather, temperatures and activities

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Steinkjer in January in summary
Very bad weather
Min -6°C Max -3°C 131 mm 8 day(s) 89% 57% 8°C 3.0 h/day 47.9 cm
Best activities in January
Northern or Southern LightsWinter sports and snow
Practical guidelines
Moderate crowds 09:40 15:08
Hourly weather

Average weather in Steinkjer in January 2027

Very bad weather

The weather in Steinkjer 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 Steinkjer in January

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

Temperatures and rain in Steinkjer 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

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Average rainfall

About the climate in Steinkjer in January

Seasonal normals

Seasonal normals of Steinkjer in January

Check the seasonal normals in Steinkjer 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 -2.7°C -4.4°C -3.7°C
Maximum temperature -1.3°C -2.9°C -1.7°C
Minimum temperature -4.2°C -5.9°C -5.7°C
Record maximum temperature 7.0°C
(2016)
8.0°C
(2019)
7.0°C
(2015)
Record low temperature -21.0°C
(2010)
-19.0°C
(2010)
-28.0°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° 25 day(s)
(81%)
28 day(s)
(90%)
25 day(s)
(86%)
Sea temperature
Sea temperature (average) 7.4°C 5.8°C 5.3°C
Sea temperature (minimum) 5.3°C 4.2°C 4.6°C
Sea temperature (maximum) 9.1°C 7.7°C 6.2°C
Wind
Wind speed 13 km/h 14 km/h 13 km/h
Wind temperature -7.6°C -9.9°C -9.5°C
Precipitation (rain)
Precipitation 129.7 mm 131.1 mm 119.3 mm
Number of days with precipitation 19 day(s)
(61%)
17 day(s)
(55%)
16 day(s)
(55%)
Number of days with significant precipitation (greater than 5 mm) 8 day(s)
(26%)
8 day(s)
(27%)
8 day(s)
(27%)
Record precipitation in one day 38.7 mm
(2013)
62.4 mm
(2009)
43.6 mm
(2015)
Other weather data
Humidity 90% 89% 92%
Visibility 7.5 km 7.4 km 7.0 km
Cloud cover 61% 57% 60%
UV index 1 1 1
Daily sunshine 2h 3h 6h
Sunrise and sunset
Sunrise time 10h01 09h40 08h08
Sunset time 14h17 15h08 16h49
Day length 4h16 5h28 8h41
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 Steinkjer in January?

Best activities in January
Northern or Southern LightsWinter sports and snow
Activities not recommended in January
Beach and swimmingHiking and trekkingNature and landscapes
Observed weather

What was the weather like in Steinkjer in January last?

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

Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. Sun.
1
Mist
-14°C-9°C0.7 mm1.1 cm
2
Blizzard
-7°C-3°C3.1 mm5.1 cm
3
Heavy snow
-11°C-2°C4.9 mm8.4 cm
4
Moderate or heavy snow showers
-4°C-3°C7.2 mm17.6 cm
5
Partly Cloudy
-13°C-7°C0.8 mm1.0 cm
6
Partly Cloudy
-18°C-10°C0.0 mm
7
Heavy snow
-9°C-8°C2.8 mm7.8 cm
8
Heavy snow
-9°C-4°C2.9 mm6.7 cm
9
Mist
-18°C-14°C0.1 mm0.2 cm
10
Mist
-16°C-7°C0.3 mm0.6 cm
11
Mist
-7°C-2°C0.4 mm1.3 cm
12
Partly Cloudy
-6°C-4°C0.0 mm
13
Light freezing rain
-3°C6°C1.1 mm
14
Patchy rain nearby
3°C5°C2.5 mm
15
Light drizzle
1°C4°C4.0 mm
16
Patchy rain nearby
5°C7°C1.3 mm
17
Partly Cloudy
2°C6°C0.5 mm
18
Overcast
2°C3°C0.1 mm
19
Partly Cloudy
0°C1°C0.0 mm
20
Overcast
1°C2°C0.0 mm
21
Partly Cloudy
-2°C-1°C0.5 mm1.2 cm
22
Overcast
-4°C-3°C0.0 mm0.2 cm
23
Clear/Sunny
-9°C-5°C0.0 mm
24
Partly Cloudy
-7°C-3°C0.0 mm
25
Clear/Sunny
2°C4°C0.0 mm
26
Partly Cloudy
-2°C2°C0.0 mm0.7 cm
27
Clear/Sunny
-6°C-3°C0.0 mm
28
Moderate snow
-3°C-2°C0.5 mm1.3 cm
29
Clear/Sunny
-6°C-3°C0.0 mm
30
Light snow
-6°C-1°C1.0 mm2.0 cm
31
Moderate or heavy snow showers
0°C1°C2.5 mm4.2 cm
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Where to go near Steinkjer in January?

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Frequently asked questions

Travel to to Steinkjer 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 Steinkjer in January, which places this month 6th out of 12. A trip is still possible, but plan a flexible itinerary.

Expect an average of -3°C during the day and -6°C at night, with about 131 mm of precipitation spread over 8 rainy days.

The sea is only 6°C on average in January. Swimming is still possible, but it will be cool.

Expect about 3.0 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.

Visitor numbers are moderate: this month is in Moderate crowds, with an index of 43/100. It is often a good compromise between weather and tranquility.

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