Skellefteå
January
Weather in Skellefteå for January 2026
Your guide to Skellefteå weather in January - trends and predictions
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Skellefteå typically experiences moderate snowfall in January, with an average of 9 snowy days.
According to Skellefteå snow forecast for January 2026, 5 snowy days are expected in the next 2 weeks. The closest date with snow is Wednesday, 7 January.The forecast for the upcoming days in Skellefteå predicts a temperature of -10 °C, which is slightly above the historical average.
In general, the average temperature in Skellefteå at the beginning of January is -13.3 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to significantly warm up, reaching an average of 0.4 °C by the end of January.
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Temperatures
14
Dry days
8
Rainy days
9
Snow days
1°/-20°
Temperatures
19 km/h
Avg max wind
91 %
Avg humidity
Skellefteå Weather January
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Temperatures trend during January in Skellefteå
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January weather in Skellefteå day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Jan. |  Partly cloudy | -8° /-13° | 0.8 mm | 0.6 cm | |
| 2 Jan. |  Overcast | -12° /-16° | 1.7 mm | 1.2 cm | |
| 3 Jan. | Overcast | -12° /-17° | 1.2 mm | 0.9 cm | |
| 4 Jan. |  Light snow | -15° /-19° | 0.4 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| 5 Jan. |  Freezing fog | -14° /-19° | 0.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| 6 Jan. | Light snow | -16° /-20° | 0.2 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| 7 Jan. |  Moderate snow | -16° /-18° | 2 mm | 1.5 cm | |
| 8 Jan. | Light snow | -9° /-17° | 2.9 mm | 2.1 cm | |
| 9 Jan. |  Moderate or heavy snow showers | -3° /-8° | 1.7 mm | 1.2 cm | |
| 10 Jan. |  Mist | -11° /-16° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 11 Jan. | Mist | -16° /-21° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 12 Jan. | Freezing fog | -19° /-21° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 13 Jan. | Freezing fog | -18° /-21° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 14 Jan. | Freezing fog | -16° /-18° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 15 Jan. | Freezing fog | -15° /-18° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 16 Jan. |  Light freezing rain | -4° /-10° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 17 Jan. |  Sunny | -4° /-4° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 18 Jan. | Sunny | -4° /-5° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 19 Jan. | Moderate snow | -2° /-3° | 0.8 mm | 0.6 cm | |
| 20 Jan. | Light snow | -3° /-5° | 0.3 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| 21 Jan. |  Heavy snow | -4° /-14° | 5.9 mm | 4.3 cm | |
| 22 Jan. | Sunny | -2° /-7° | 4.9 mm | 4 cm | |
| 23 Jan. | Overcast | -3° /-8° | 0.5 mm | 0.4 cm | |
| 24 Jan. | Overcast | -1° /-8° | 3.2 mm | 2.2 cm | |
| 25 Jan. | Overcast | -1° /-7° | 2.4 mm | 1.5 cm | |
| 26 Jan. | Partly cloudy | 0° /-10° | 0.1 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| 27 Jan. | Overcast | 0° /-8° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 28 Jan. | Light freezing rain | 2° /-3° | 1.5 mm | 0.9 cm | |
| 29 Jan. | Light freezing rain | 2° /-5° | 5.4 mm | 3.6 cm | |
| 30 Jan. | Light freezing rain | 1° /-3° | 6.9 mm | 5 cm | |
| 31 Jan. | Partly cloudy | -1° /-10° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Skellefteå 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 Skellefteå forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Skellefteå in January - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Skellefteå 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 Skellefteå during January?
Significant rainfall exceeding 224 mm is expected in Skellefteå during January, occurring over more than 8 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
Will it snow in Skellefteå in January 2026?
Skellefteå experiences an average snowfall of 133.1 cm during January, occurring over 9 days.
What are the typical wind conditions in Skellefteå during January?
The average wind speed in Skellefteå during January is 19 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
Skellefteå snow forecast January 2026
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On average, Skellefteå sees 9 snowy days during January, with approximately 133.1 cm of total snowfall.
January rainfall patterns in Skellefteå
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Typically, Skellefteå has 8 rainy days in January with a total of 224 mm of rainfall.
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