Weather in Gothenburg in January
It's a rainy period, but great for indoor activities, museums, and lower prices.
Climate Overview
January is a wet time to visit Gothenburg. Gothenburg has a Cool climate with average yearly highs of 6°C, lows of 3°C, and approximately 20 rainy days per month.
6°C
3°C
20days
7.2h
Is January a good time to visit Gothenburg?
It's a rainy period, but great for indoor activities, museums, and lower prices.
Daylight
8:45 AM
3:59 PM
Live January Forecast
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Up to 16 days ahead Weather by Month
| Month | High | Low | Rainy days | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6°C | 3°C | 20 | Wet |
| February | 6°C | 1°C | 19 | Wet |
| March | 6°C | 0°C | 12 | Good |
| April | 11°C | 3°C | 7 | Good |
| May | 13°C | 5°C | 11 | Excellent (best) |
| June | 22°C | 13°C | 13 | Excellent (best) |
| July | 17°C | 13°C | 19 | Excellent (best) |
| August | 21°C | 14°C | 11 | Excellent (best) |
| September | 17°C | 12°C | 13 | Excellent (best) |
| October | 12°C | 8°C | 18 | Wet |
| November | 9°C | 6°C | 16 | Wet |
| December | 5°C | 2°C | 19 | Wet |
Weather data: Open-Meteo Archive (2020-2025) • Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0) • Historical avg. 2020–2025
What to Pack for January
Warm coat, scarf, gloves, thermal layers, and waterproof boots.
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Common Questions
Is January a good time to visit Gothenburg? +
January is typically Wet for visiting Gothenburg, with average highs of 6°C and around 20 rainy days.
What should I pack for Gothenburg in January? +
With highs of 6°C and lows of 3°C in {month}, we recommend: Warm coat, scarf, gloves, thermal layers, and waterproof boots.
Does it rain a lot in Gothenburg in January? +
Gothenburg typically sees around 20 rainy days in January.
How many hours of daylight are there in Gothenburg in January? +
In January, Gothenburg gets approximately 7.2 hours of daylight per day.
Is January peak season in Gothenburg? +
No, January is not peak season in Gothenburg. Expect better value on accommodation and fewer tourists.
What is the best month to visit Gothenburg? +
The best months to visit Gothenburg are May, June, July, August, September, when the weather is optimal for sightseeing.
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