Cologne weather in January (Germany)

How is the weather in Cologne in January? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In January, Cologne generally has temperatures and rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around -, while night temperatures can drop to -. It's a notably cold month; make sure to wear layers to stay warm. It's wiser to gear up in advance than to be caught off-guard, trembling in the cold.

Cologne in January usually receives rainfall, averaging around - for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around of rain.

The area sees fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 55 hours of sunshine. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer cooler, overcast conditions over bright sunny 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 in January and which places have the best weather 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 Cologne in January?

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 in January.

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

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