Kristiansand
January
Weather in Kristiansand for January 2026
Your guide to Kristiansand weather in January - trends and predictions
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The climate of Kristiansand in January is quite snowy, averaging 13 snowy days.
According to Kristiansand snow forecast for January 2026, no snow is expected until the end of the month.Until now, January 2026 in Kristiansand is cooler than usual, with temperatures averaging -0.7 °C, this is -2.4 °C below the typical seasonal average.
Expect cooler weather in the next days in Kristiansand with the forecast suggesting a temperature of -3.1 °C, lower than the historical average.
In general, the average temperature in Kristiansand at the beginning of January is -0.4 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to noticeably warm up, reaching an average of 1.7 °C by the end of January.
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Snow Forecast ❄️
Temperatures
3
Dry days
15
Rainy days
13
Snow days
2°/-2°
Temperatures
25 km/h
Avg max wind
85 %
Avg humidity
Kristiansand Weather January
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Temperatures trend during January in Kristiansand
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January weather in Kristiansand day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Jan. |  Moderate or heavy snow showers | 2° /-2° | 12.6 mm | 1.5 cm | |
| 2 Jan. |  Patchy rain possible | 1° /-4° | 11.9 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| 3 Jan. |  Light freezing rain | 0° /-4° | 19 mm | 0 cm | |
| 4 Jan. |  Light snow | -2° /-5° | 10.1 mm | 1.6 cm | |
| 5 Jan. | Patchy light snow | -2° /-6° | 1.7 mm | 0.8 cm | |
| 6 Jan. | Moderate or heavy snow showers | -3° /-6° | 12.2 mm | 3.3 cm | |
| 7 Jan. |  Heavy rain at times | 1° /-6° | 10.3 mm | 3.5 cm | |
| 8 Jan. |  Moderate or heavy rain shower | 0° /-5° | 4.9 mm | 0.8 cm | |
| 9 Jan. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 1° /-5° | 3.4 mm | 0.4 cm | |
| 10 Jan. |  Sunny | 0° /-5° | 0.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| 11 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 2° /-4° | 3.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| 12 Jan. |  Partly cloudy | 1° /-4° | 6.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| 13 Jan. | Moderate rain at times | 4° /-1° | 9.1 mm | 1.8 cm | |
| 14 Jan. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 4° /-1° | 7 mm | 0 cm | |
| 15 Jan. | Moderate rain at times | 3° /-2° | 3.6 mm | 1.2 cm | |
| 16 Jan. | Moderate rain at times | 3° /-2° | 5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 17 Jan. | Heavy rain at times | 3° /-1° | 9.3 mm | 2 cm | |
| 18 Jan. |  Moderate snow | 3° /-2° | 3.1 mm | 0.7 cm | |
| 19 Jan. | Light freezing rain | 3° /-1° | 2 mm | 1.7 cm | |
| 20 Jan. | Sunny | 1° /-4° | 2 mm | 1.1 cm | |
| 21 Jan. | Sunny | 2° /-2° | 4.3 mm | 0.5 cm | |
| 22 Jan. | Partly cloudy | 3° /-1° | 9.7 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| 23 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 2° /-2° | 6.2 mm | 0.7 cm | |
| 24 Jan. |  Overcast | 4° /0° | 7.8 mm | 0.3 cm | |
| 25 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 4° /0° | 1.1 mm | 0.3 cm | |
| 26 Jan. | Sunny | 3° /-3° | 6.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| 27 Jan. | Partly cloudy | 2° /-1° | 4.6 mm | 0.9 cm | |
| 28 Jan. |  Cloudy | 3° /0° | 3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 29 Jan. | Overcast | 5° /2° | 0.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| 30 Jan. |  Blizzard | -3° /-5° | 9.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| 31 Jan. | Blizzard | -2° /-4° | 11.4 mm | 0 cm | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Kristiansand in January is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Kristiansand forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Kristiansand in January - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Kristiansand during January?
Brace for cold days with temperatures not exceeding 2° and nights that are likely to be freezing. Winter clothing is essential for comfort and safety.
How much rainfall should be expected in Kristiansand during January?
Significant rainfall exceeding 193.4 mm is expected in Kristiansand during January, occurring over more than 15 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
Will it snow in Kristiansand in January 2026?
Kristiansand experiences an average snowfall of 19.45 cm during January, occurring over 13 days.
What are the typical wind conditions in Kristiansand during January?
The average wind speed in Kristiansand during January is 25 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
Kristiansand snow forecast January 2026
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On average, Kristiansand sees 13 snowy days during January, with approximately 19.5 cm of total snowfall.
January rainfall patterns in Kristiansand
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Typically, Kristiansand has 15 rainy days in January with a total of 193.4 mm of rainfall.
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