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

Interested in knowing the climate of Aachen in January? See what weather conditions to anticipate this month with our guide.

Temperatures

In January, Aachen tends to experience low temperatures and moderate rainfall. January is typically considered a winter month. Expect temperatures to climb to 6°C during the day, with nighttime readings dropping to 1°C. Expect chilly temperatures this month, as it is typically the coldest of the year. Pack accordingly with warm clothes.

Precipitation

Aachen in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 79 mm for the month. The climate data from previous years indicates that there are typically about 19 days days of rain.

Average sunshine

This month sees fewer sunny days, with about 68 hours of sunshine, perfect for those who enjoy cooler temperatures.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Aachen. June, July, August and September typically offer 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 Aachen climate page with graphs.

 

Aachen, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 1°C  

Max Temperature 6°C  

Chance of Rain 64%  

Precipitation 79 mm  

Rainy days 19 days  

Humidity 86% *  

Sunshine 68 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 25% *  

Data from: Maastricht, the Netherlands (26 KM, 16 Miles).

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

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