Bamberg weather in January (Bavaria, Germany)

Looking to travel to Bamberg in January? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In January, Bamberg generally has low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. January falls within the winter season. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 4°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate -2°C. On average, it is the coldest month of the year. So be prepared and make sure to pack winter cloths.

Bamberg in January usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 74 mm for the month. Snow/rain is expected on roughly 17 days.

The area sees fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 52 hours of sunshine. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer cooler, overcast conditions over bright sunny days.

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

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

 

Bamberg, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -2°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 4°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 57%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 74 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 17 days  
HumidityHumidity 85%  
SunshineSunshine 52 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Germany in January

Find out more about the weather in Germany in January and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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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 Bamberg 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
3/10
Walking
3/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
3/10

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