Weather Report: Gelderland, January 2026
January 2026 brought notably cooler conditions to Gelderland compared to historical averages, with temperatures running significantly below normal throughout the month. The province experienced a classic winter pattern, though with considerable variation across different regions and dates.
Temperature Overview
The average temperature for January in Gelderland reached 1.9 degrees Celsius, falling 1.3 degrees below the normal value of 3.2 degrees. This cooler-than-average month saw dramatic temperature swings. The coldest reading occurred in Apeldoorn on January 11, plummeting to minus 9.6 degrees Celsius, while the warmest day was recorded in Harderwijk on January 17, reaching a mild 11.6 degrees Celsius. This 21-degree difference between the month's extremes illustrates the dynamic nature of winter weather patterns in the region.
Precipitation and Moisture
Rainfall across Gelderland totaled approximately 82.0 millimeters, nearly matching the normal monthly average of 82.7 millimeters and representing a one percent decrease from typical values. The wettest single day occurred in the Oude IJsselstreek region on January 9, when 19.1 millimeters of precipitation fell. Among specific locations, Harderwijk recorded the highest total monthly precipitation at 91.0 millimeters, indicating that coastal and northern areas experienced somewhat wetter conditions than inland regions.
Sunshine and Notable Features
Despite the cold temperatures, sunshine hours exceeded expectations. Gelderland recorded 113.7 hours of sunshine during January, surpassing the normal value of 110.5 hours by three percent. This above-average sunshine, combined with below-average temperatures, created the characteristic crisp winter conditions typical of the season.
The month presented a textbook winter scenario for Gelderland, with cold air masses bringing freezing conditions punctuated by occasional milder days, relatively normal precipitation levels, and slightly enhanced sunshine hours.