Sea Temperature in Hammerfest in January

Complete information on the sea temperature range in the Norwegian Sea in Hammerfest in January. Historical daily data. Climate details for January. Tips on swimming conditions and beach relaxation in Hammerfest. We find every spot where you can swim and tell you what the water temperature is there today and throughout the year.

Water Temperature Range in Hammerfest in January

37°F

MINIMUN

41°F

AVERAGE

45°F

MAXIMUM

Historical Data of Water Temperature in January in Hammerfest

Water Temperature Chart for Norwegian Sea in Hammerfest in January

Sea Temperature Table in Hammerfest in January Over the Past Years

Day	2024	2023	2022	Average
Jan 1	43°C	43°C	39°C	42°C
Jan 2	43°C	43°C	43°C	42°C
Jan 3	43°C	43°C	39°C	42°C
Jan 4	43°C	43°C	41°C	42°C
Jan 5	43°C	43°C	43°C	42°C
Jan 6	43°C	43°C	45°C	43°C
Jan 7	43°C	43°C	39°C	42°C
Jan 8	41°C	43°C	39°C	41°C
Jan 9	43°C	43°C	39°C	41°C
Jan 10	43°C	43°C	45°C	42°C
Jan 11	43°C	43°C	41°C	42°C
Jan 12	43°C	43°C	39°C	42°C
Jan 13	43°C	43°C	37°C	41°C
Jan 14	41°C	43°C	41°C	42°C
Jan 15	43°C	43°C	43°C	42°C
Jan 16	41°C	43°C	39°C	41°C
Jan 17	41°C	43°C	37°C	40°C
Jan 18	41°C	43°C	39°C	41°C
Jan 19	41°C	43°C	37°C	40°C
Jan 20	41°C	43°C	37°C	40°C
Jan 21	41°C	43°C	37°C	40°C
Jan 22	41°C	41°C	43°C	41°C
Jan 23	41°C	41°C	41°C	41°C
Jan 24	41°C	41°C	41°C	41°C
Jan 25	41°C	41°C	41°C	41°C
Jan 26	41°C	41°C	43°C	41°C
Jan 27	41°C	41°C	43°C	41°C
Jan 28	41°C	43°C	43°C	42°C
Jan 29	41°C	41°C	43°C	41°C
Jan 30	41°C	41°C	43°C	41°C

Hammerfest Climate and Swimming Opportunities in January

30°F

Average Day Air Temperature

21°F

Average Night Air Temperature

4 in

Precipitation Amount per Month

16 days

Number of Rainy Days

0 hrs

Daylight
per Day

0 hrs

Sunshine
per Day

11 mph

Average Wind Speed

80%

Average
humidity

Hammerfest lies within the Finnmark in Norway. The average daytime temperature in Hammerfest in January is -1°C (30°F), while the nighttime average is -6°C (21°F). There are typically 16 rainy days during the month, with a total precipitation of 102 mm (4.0 inches). The daylight duration in January in Hammerfest is 0 hours, with an average of 0 hours of sunshine per day. The average wind speed in January is 18 km/h (11 mph), and the humidity level is around 80%.

The water temperature in Hammerfest in January ranges from 4°C to 6°C (39°F to 43°F). At the beginning of the month, the average temperature is around 5°C (41°F), shifting to 5°C (41°F) by mid-January and reaching 5°C (41°F) in the last ten days. Overall, the average sea temperature in Hammerfest for January is 5°C (41°F). Swimming in such conditions is extremely dangerous due to the risk of hypothermia and cold shock. Only experienced winter swimmers with proper preparation should attempt it.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Water Temperatures in January in Hammerfest

What is the sea temperature in Hammerfest in January?

The water temperature in the Norwegian Sea in Hammerfest in January ranges from 4°C to 6°C (39°F to 43°F).

Is it possible to swim in the Norwegian Sea in Hammerfest in January?

The average sea temperature in Hammerfest in January is 5°C (41°F), and the air temperature is -1°C (30°F), so swimming in such conditions is extremely dangerous due to the risk of hypothermia and cold shock. Only experienced winter swimmers with proper preparation should attempt it.