Elmshorn weather in January (Schleswig-Holstein, Germany)

What kind of temperatures can you expect in Elmshorn during January? Use this page to get an overview of the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

In January, Elmshorn tends to experience low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. January ushers in the winter season. Daytime temperatures are expected to be around 5°C, cooling off to about -0°C at night. Expect chilly temperatures this month, as it is typically the coldest of the year. Pack accordingly with warm clothes.

Precipitation

Elmshorn in January usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 73 mm for the month. Historically, the month has about 17 days of snow/rain.

Average sunshine

This month sees fewer sunny days, with about 45 hours of sunshine, perfect for those who enjoy cooler temperatures.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Elmshorn. June, July, August and September 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 Elmshorn climate page with graphs.

 

Elmshorn, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature -0°C  

Max Temperature 5°C  

Chance of Rain 56%  

Precipitation 73 mm  

Rainy days 17 days  

Humidity 87% *  

Sunshine 45 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Hamburg, Germany (25 KM, 15 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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