Snow

Where to find snow in January

In January, 317 of 2074 destinations have a good chance of snow (a snow chance of 50 or more out of 100). The best chance is in Nagano, with fresh snow on 22 days and 134 cm in an average month. In Europe, the best chances are in Akureyri (99), Bodø Municipality (99) and Narvik (99).

Snow in January by country

How many destinations per country have a good chance of snow, and where it is best.

Snow in January: quick answers

Where is snow most likely in January?

In January, the best chances of snow (out of 100) are in Nagano (100), Sapporo (100) and Whistler (100). In all, 317 destinations have a good chance of snow.

Where is there snow in Europe in January?

In Europe, snow is most likely in Akureyri (99), Bodø Municipality (99) and Narvik (99). 210 European destinations have a good chance of snow in January.

Will there be snow in the UK in January?

Yes, snow is likely in Fort William (52) in January.

Snow, month by month

Climate averages 1996–2025, not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, WMO 1991–2020 (NOAA NCEI), GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Sources & licences