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Cologne weather in January (Germany)

How's the weather trend in Cologne as January approaches? Use this page to get an overview of the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

The month of January in Cologne typically brings temperatures and rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around -, while night temperatures can drop to -. Prepare for a very cold month by layering your clothing. It's always better to be prepared for the cold than to face it unprotected.

Precipitation

Cologne in January usually receives rainfall, averaging around - for the month. Records from the past 30 years suggest that around will experience rain.

Average sunshine

The area experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 55 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Cologne climate page with graphs.

 

Cologne, monthly averages in January

HumidityHumidity 85%  
SunshineSunshine 55 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Germany in January

Find out more about the weather in Germany and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
2/10
Walking
2/10
Camping
5/10
Outdoor sports
2/10

Interested in more climate information?

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