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

What's the typical weather in Dortmund for January? Our guide gives you the essential weather details for this month.

Temperatures

In January, Dortmund tends to experience low temperatures and moderate rainfall. January marks the winter season. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 6°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around 0°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

Dortmund in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 89 mm for the month. On average, there are about 17 days with rain during this month.

Average sunshine

This month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with about 40 hours of sunshine. It's great for those who appreciate cooler, less sunny days.

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

 

Dortmund, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 0°C  

Max Temperature 6°C  

Chance of Rain 58%  

Precipitation 89 mm  

Rainy days 17 days  

Sunshine 40 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Bochum, Germany (17 KM, 11 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.

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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

4/10

Outdoor sports

3/10

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