Mid-winter · Weather & things to do
Geiranger in January
This is the coldest month in Geiranger: highs average 33°F (1°C) and lows 24°F (-4°C), with about 9.6 in (244 mm) of rain or snow.
With a comfort score of 17/100 (11th of 12), it's one of the toughest months, held back mainly by cool days.
- Avg high
- 33°F (1°C)
- Avg low
- 24°F (-4°C)
- Rain or snow
- 9.6 in (244 mm)
- Humidity
- 95%
- Cloud cover
- 85%
- Daylight
- ~5 h 42 min
- Comfort score
- 17/100 · Tough
What January feels like
It's cold: daytime highs average just 33°F (1°C), so build the days around warm stops.
Average lows of 24°F (-4°C) mean frosty nights and icy mornings.
Expect about 9.6 in (244 mm) of precipitation (rain or snow). Because the average temperature is below freezing, snow is likely on some days.
Expect plenty of overcast days, with cloud cover near 85%.
Daylight is short, roughly 5 h 42 min mid-month, so start sightseeing early.
Plan around January
January is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are July & August.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, November – January.
- Comfort holds steady from December (17 → 17/100).
- Our Norway in a Nutshell route recommends May – Sep, so January falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for January
- Hat, gloves and thermal base layerslows around 24°F
- Insulated, waterproof bootssnow is likely on some days
- Waterproof outer layerabout 9.6 in of rain or snow
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Geiranger in January
With 9.6 in of rain or snow, these picks lean toward food, drink and places with a roof, with outdoor options when the weather breaks.
Geiranger Sjokolade
Chocolate shop in an old boathouse.
Why now A sit-down stop to wait out showers in a month with 9.6 in of rain.
Brasserie Posten
Village restaurant by the fjord serving local produce.
Why now Easy to slot in when January's rain moves in.
Norwegian Fjord Centre
Museum on fjord life, farming and avalanches.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop for a month with 9.6 in of rain.
Geirangerfjord cruise
Boat trip past the Seven Sisters and other falls on the UNESCO fjord.
Ørnesvingen
Eagle Road hairpin viewpoint looking down the fjord.
Nearby in January
- Flåm in January~86 mi · highs 34°F, 7.2 in rain or snow · similar daytime temperatures, drier
- Bergen in January~134 mi · highs 35°F, 11.8 in rain or snow · 1°C (2°F) warmer by day, wetter
- Oslo in January~192 mi · highs 29°F, 3.1 in rain or snow · 3°C (5°F) cooler by day, drier
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~1,165 m to Geiranger's ~12 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Geiranger in January: quick answers
Is January a good time to visit Geiranger?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 17/100, held back mainly by cool days. The best months are July & August. Expect highs of 33°F (1°C) and 9.6 in (244 mm) of rain or snow. Our Norway in a Nutshell route recommends May – Sep, so January is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Geiranger in January?
Average highs are 33°F (1°C) and average lows 24°F (-4°C), making it the coldest month by daytime highs, with nights below freezing on average.
Does it snow a lot in Geiranger in January?
Yes: about 9.6 in (244 mm) of rain or snow falls across January on average, the 2nd-wettest month of the year. With temperatures this low, much of it may fall as snow. The annual total is about 92.9 in (2360 mm).
What should I pack for Geiranger in January?
Bring hat, gloves and thermal base layers (lows around 24°F), insulated, waterproof boots (snow is likely on some days), waterproof outer layer (about 9.6 in of rain or snow) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
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Planning Geiranger in January?
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