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

Curious about the January weather in Aachen? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In January, Aachen generally has low temperatures and moderate rainfall. January falls within the winter season. Daytime temperatures hover around 6°C, while nights can cool down to about 1°C. On average, it is the coldest month of the year. So be prepared and make sure to pack winter cloths.

Aachen in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 79 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 19 days of rain are anticipated.

The area experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 68 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days

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

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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 Aachen 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

4/10

Walking

4/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

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