Hammerfest
January
Weather in Hammerfest for January 2026
Your guide to Hammerfest weather in January - trends and predictions
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Hammerfest is transformed into a snow paradise in January, with more than 20 snowy days on average.
According to Hammerfest snow forecast for January 2026, 1 snowy day is expected until the end of the month at Friday, 30 January.Until now, January 2026 in Hammerfest is cooler than usual, with temperatures averaging -4.3 °C, this is -2.3 °C below the typical seasonal average.
The forecast for the next days in Hammerfest predicts the temperature to be -3.1 °C, significantly warmer than the historical average.
In general, the average temperature in Hammerfest at the beginning of January is -3.7 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately rise, reaching an average of -2.9 °C by the end of January.
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Dry days
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Rainy days
26
Snow days
-1°/-5°
Temperatures
33 km/h
Avg max wind
80 %
Avg humidity
Hammerfest Weather January
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Temperatures trend during January in Hammerfest
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January weather in Hammerfest day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Jan. |  Moderate or heavy snow showers | -3° /-6° | 4.6 mm | 2.5 cm | |
| 2 Jan. |  Light freezing rain | -2° /-6° | 2.5 mm | 1.3 cm | |
| 3 Jan. | Light freezing rain | -4° /-9° | 1.8 mm | 1 cm | |
| 4 Jan. |  Sunny | -4° /-9° | 2.5 mm | 1.8 cm | |
| 5 Jan. | Moderate or heavy snow showers | -4° /-8° | 5 mm | 4.1 cm | |
| 6 Jan. | Light freezing rain | -4° /-10° | 1.1 mm | 0.9 cm | |
| 7 Jan. | Sunny | -5° /-10° | 1.5 mm | 0.4 cm | |
| 8 Jan. | Light freezing rain | -4° /-10° | 4.5 mm | 2.9 cm | |
| 9 Jan. |  Overcast | -3° /-7° | 2.1 mm | 0.9 cm | |
| 10 Jan. | Overcast | -2° /-6° | 4.8 mm | 3 cm | |
| 11 Jan. | Overcast | -3° /-6° | 3.1 mm | 1.2 cm | |
| 12 Jan. | Light freezing rain | -3° /-6° | 1.9 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| 13 Jan. | Light freezing rain | -2° /-6° | 3.6 mm | 1.8 cm | |
| 14 Jan. | Moderate or heavy snow showers | -3° /-6° | 2.6 mm | 2.1 cm | |
| 15 Jan. | Overcast | -2° /-8° | 3.4 mm | 0.7 cm | |
| 16 Jan. | Light freezing rain | -2° /-7° | 2.8 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| 17 Jan. |  Light snow | 0° /-4° | 4.8 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| 18 Jan. | Overcast | -1° /-6° | 4.4 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| 19 Jan. | Light freezing rain | -1° /-7° | 3.4 mm | 1.4 cm | |
| 20 Jan. | Light freezing rain | -1° /-6° | 3.3 mm | 1 cm | |
| 21 Jan. |  Partly cloudy | -2° /-8° | 1.8 mm | 0.3 cm | |
| 22 Jan. | Light snow | -2° /-8° | 1.2 mm | 0.8 cm | |
| 23 Jan. | Light freezing rain | 0° /-4° | 2.3 mm | 0.7 cm | |
| 24 Jan. | Moderate or heavy snow showers | 1° /-4° | 6.5 mm | 4.1 cm | |
| 25 Jan. |  Patchy moderate snow | -1° /-3° | 3.5 mm | 2 cm | |
| 26 Jan. | Light freezing rain | -1° /-4° | 3.2 mm | 0.6 cm | |
| 27 Jan. | Patchy moderate snow | 2° /-5° | 5.6 mm | 2.1 cm | |
| 28 Jan. |  Patchy rain possible | 0° /-6° | 1.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 29 Jan. | Patchy moderate snow | 0° /-4° | 4.1 mm | 1.2 cm | |
| 30 Jan. | Partly cloudy | -8° /-11° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 31 Jan. | Overcast | -12° /-13° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Hammerfest 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 Hammerfest forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Hammerfest in January - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Hammerfest during January?
Brace for cold days with temperatures not exceeding -1° and nights that are likely to be freezing. Winter clothing is essential for comfort and safety.
How much rainfall should be expected in Hammerfest during January?
Significant rainfall exceeding 121.8 mm is expected in Hammerfest during January, occurring over more than 5 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
Will it snow in Hammerfest in January 2026?
Hammerfest experiences an average snowfall of 50.66 cm during January, occurring over 26 days.
What are the typical wind conditions in Hammerfest during January?
The average wind speed in Hammerfest during January is 33 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
Hammerfest snow forecast January 2026
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On average, Hammerfest sees 26 snowy days during January, with approximately 50.7 cm of total snowfall.
January rainfall patterns in Hammerfest
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Typically, Hammerfest has 5 rainy days in January with a total of 121.8 mm of rainfall.
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