Düsseldorf weather in January (North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany)

What kind of weather does January bring to Düsseldorf? Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.

Temperatures

January in Düsseldorf generally includes low temperatures and moderate rainfall. The winter season is characteristic of January. During the day, temperatures can climb to about 7°C. At night, they may fall to a cooler 1°C. The month is typically the coldest, so be sure to prepare by packing plenty of warm clothing.

Precipitation

Düsseldorf in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 86 mm for the month. You can typically expect 18 days days of rain this month, based on climate records.

Average sunshine

The month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with roughly 55 hours hours of sunshine. Ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Düsseldorf. May, June, July, August and September generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Düsseldorf, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 1°C  

Max Temperature 7°C  

Chance of Rain 61%  

Precipitation 86 mm  

Rainy days 18 days  

Humidity 84%  

Sunshine 55 hours  

Percentage 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.

Weather conditions Weather

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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

4/10

Walking

4/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

Interested in more climate information?

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