Ettal weather in January (Bavaria, Germany)

Curious about the January weather in Ettal? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In January, Ettal typically experiences very low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. January is a winter month. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 2°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate -8°C. On average, it is the coldest month of the year. So be prepared and make sure to pack winter cloths.

Ettal in January usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 90 mm for the month. It's the month receiving the least amount of rain. As the days go by, you can expect fewer clouds and less precipitation. This makes it an ideal time for outdoor activities and events that might be disrupted by wetter conditions in other months. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 16 days of snow/rain.

The city usually sees around 138 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Ettal. July and August generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Ettal, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -8°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 2°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 52%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 90 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
HumidityHumidity 74% *  
SunshineSunshine 138 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Zugspitze, Germany (33 KM, 21 Miles).

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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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 Ettal 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
5/10
Cycling
2/10
Walking
2/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
2/10

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