Weather Report: Limburg, Netherlands – January 2025
January 2025 brought a notably wet month to the province of Limburg, with precipitation levels significantly above normal and temperatures hovering close to seasonal averages. The month presented a mix of cold spells and milder periods, creating varied conditions across the region.
Temperature Overview
The average temperature for January in Limburg reached 2.5 degrees Celsius, which is marginally below the normal value of 2.6 degrees, representing an anomaly of just -0.1 degrees. Despite this modest overall average, the month experienced considerable temperature fluctuations. The warmest day occurred on January 6th in Echt-Susteren, where temperatures climbed to 13.1 degrees Celsius, providing a brief respite from winter conditions. In stark contrast, the coldest temperature was recorded in Vaals on January 14th, plummeting to -11.4 degrees Celsius, demonstrating the significant temperature range experienced during the month.
Precipitation Patterns
Rainfall was the dominant feature of January 2025 in Limburg. The province received an average total of 141.7 millimeters, substantially exceeding the normal precipitation of 105.3 millimeters—a remarkable 35 percent above average. Maastricht emerged as the wettest location, accumulating 152.6 millimeters throughout the month. The heaviest single rainfall event occurred on January 5th in Maastricht, when 20.8 millimeters fell in one day, highlighting the intensity of precipitation events during this period.
Sunshine and Notable Observations
Sunshine hours totaled 112.7 hours across the month, falling slightly short of the normal 119.0 hours, representing a 5 percent deficit. This reduction in sunshine is typical for a wet January month. The combination of above-normal precipitation and below-normal sunshine hours reflects the prevalence of cloud cover and rainy conditions that characterized much of the month. The significant temperature range, coupled with excessive moisture, created conditions typical of a dynamic winter month in the southern Netherlands.