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Aachen Weather in January

During January, Aachen experiences low daytime temperatures of 6°C (43°F) and cooler nights around 1°C (34°F). As part of the winter season, expect quite a bit of rainfall. Around 79 mm (3.1 in) is typical.

Rainfall in Aachen in January

Expect around 19 days of rain based on historical data, with 79 mm (3.1 in) average. Rain is frequent but mostly light this month, with brief showers more common than heavy downpours.

Temperature in Aachen in January

Daytime highs in Aachen in January reach 6°C (43°F), with nights around 1°C (34°F). January is part of winter. The days stay cool from start to finish. Layering up well will make outdoor time much more comfortable. Nights drop to 1°C (34°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet. It's generally the coldest month of the year, making it essential to pack warm layers and winter accessories.

Sunshine in Aachen in January

The city usually sees around 68 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Aachen. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

Aachen Temperature in January

Min Temperature
1°C (34°F)
Max Temperature
6°C (43°F)
Chance of Rain
64%
Precipitation
79 mm (3.1 in)
Rainy days
19 days
Humidity
86% *
Sunshine
68 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
25% *
* Data from: Maastricht, the Netherlands (26 KM, 16 Miles).

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Aachen in January

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Aachen in January. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.

What To Do in Aachen in January

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

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