Chemnitz weather in January (Saxony, Germany)

Thinking of visiting Chemnitz in January? Check the weather first! Check out our in-depth weather guide for this month.

Temperatures

In January, Chemnitz typically experiences low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. January is typically considered a winter month. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 3°C. But by evening, they drop to around -2°C. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year, making it a great time for staying indoors and enjoying the warmth. Make sure you're prepared by packing the right winter outfits.

Precipitation

Chemnitz in January usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 80 mm for the month. The climate data from previous years indicates that there are typically about 16 days days of snow/rain.

Average sunshine

This month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with about 61 hours of sunshine. It's great for those who appreciate cooler, less sunny days.

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

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

 

Chemnitz, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature -2°C  

Max Temperature 3°C  

Chance of Rain 52%  

Precipitation 80 mm  

Rainy days 16 days  

Humidity 81% *  

Sunshine 61 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Dresden, Germany (67 KM, 42 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

3/10

Walking

3/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

3/10

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