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

How does the weather in Essen usually fare in January? Discover if this is the best time for your journey with our detailed monthly weather breakdown.

Temperatures

In January, the weather in Essen generally includes low temperatures and moderate rainfall. The winter season takes place during January. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 6°C. After dark they usually decrease to around 1°C. On average, it is the coldest month of the year. So be prepared and make sure to pack winter clothes.

Precipitation

Essen in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 91 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 18 days of rain are anticipated.

Average sunshine

This month sees fewer sunny days, with about 46 hours of sunshine, perfect for those who enjoy cooler temperatures.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Essen. May, June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Essen, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 1°C  

Max Temperature 6°C  

Chance of Rain 61%  

Precipitation 91 mm  

Rainy days 18 days  

Humidity 85%  

Sunshine 46 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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