Västerbotten (Umeå)
January
Weather in Västerbotten for January 2026
Your guide to Västerbotten weather in January - trends and predictions
Västerbotten is transformed into a snow paradise in January, with more than 20 snowy days on average.
In general, the average temperature in Västerbotten at the beginning of January is -10.3 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to significantly warm up, reaching an average of 0.6 °C by the end of January.
Snow Forecast ❄️
Temperatures
9
Dry days
0
Rainy days
22
Snow days
-4°/-9°
Temperatures
21 km/h
Avg max wind
91 %
Avg humidity
Västerbotten Weather January
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Temperatures trend during January in Västerbotten
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January weather in Västerbotten day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Jan. |  Light freezing rain | -8° /-14° | 0.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 2 Jan. |  Overcast | -11° /-17° | 0.1 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| 3 Jan. |  Light snow | -10° /-17° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 4 Jan. |  Freezing fog | -14° /-18° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 5 Jan. | Freezing fog | -13° /-18° | 0.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| 6 Jan. | Overcast | -11° /-18° | 0.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 7 Jan. |  Patchy moderate snow | -5° /-12° | 12.1 mm | 2.2 cm | |
| 8 Jan. |  Moderate snow | 0° /-9° | 6.2 mm | 5.3 cm | |
| 9 Jan. | Moderate snow | -1° /-5° | 4.9 mm | 3.4 cm | |
| 10 Jan. | Patchy moderate snow | -3° /-9° | 2 mm | 0.4 cm | |
| 11 Jan. | Moderate snow | -3° /-9° | 3.1 mm | 1.5 cm | |
| 12 Jan. |  Patchy rain possible | 0° /-8° | 1.1 mm | 0.8 cm | |
| 13 Jan. | Light freezing rain | 1° /-6° | 3.8 mm | 2.5 cm | |
| 14 Jan. | Overcast | -1° /-8° | 2.2 mm | 1.5 cm | |
| 15 Jan. |  Moderate or heavy snow showers | -2° /-10° | 5.3 mm | 2.7 cm | |
| 16 Jan. | Patchy moderate snow | -3° /-9° | 1.5 mm | 0.5 cm | |
| 17 Jan. | Light freezing rain | -4° /-10° | 1 mm | 0.5 cm | |
| 18 Jan. | Moderate snow | -2° /-5° | 6.7 mm | 2.4 cm | |
| 19 Jan. | Light freezing rain | -2° /-9° | 0.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| 20 Jan. | Light freezing rain | -6° /-13° | 0.3 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| 21 Jan. |  Heavy snow | -3° /-12° | 6.6 mm | 4.9 cm | |
| 22 Jan. |  Sunny | -2° /-7° | 6.1 mm | 2.8 cm | |
| 23 Jan. | Overcast | -1° /-7° | 2.4 mm | 1.9 cm | |
| 24 Jan. | Overcast | -1° /-6° | 4.7 mm | 3.4 cm | |
| 25 Jan. | Overcast | 0° /-5° | 2.7 mm | 1.2 cm | |
| 26 Jan. |  Cloudy | 1° /-11° | 0.1 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| 27 Jan. | Freezing fog | 0° /-8° | 0.7 mm | 0.5 cm | |
| 28 Jan. | Light freezing rain | 1° /-4° | 2.2 mm | 1.3 cm | |
| 29 Jan. | Light freezing rain | 1° /-4° | 7 mm | 2.3 cm | |
| 30 Jan. | Patchy moderate snow | 1° /-5° | 4.4 mm | 2.4 cm | |
| 31 Jan. | Overcast | 0° /-11° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Västerbotten 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 Västerbotten forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Västerbotten in January - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Västerbotten during January?
Brace for cold days with temperatures not exceeding -4° and nights that are likely to be freezing. Winter clothing is essential for comfort and safety.
How much rainfall should be expected in Västerbotten during January?
Moderate rainfall is anticipated in Västerbotten during January, with a total of 89.2 mm spread over approximately 0 days. Considering plans for rainy days is advisable.
Will it snow in Västerbotten in January 2026?
Västerbotten experiences an average snowfall of 44.9933 cm during January, occurring over 22 days.
What are the typical wind conditions in Västerbotten during January?
The average wind speed in Västerbotten during January is 21 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
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