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Frankfurt am Main weather in January (Germany)

Curious about the climate in Frankfurt am Main this January? Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.

Temperatures

The month of January in Frankfurt am Main typically includes low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. January marks the winter season. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 6°C, while night temperatures can drop to -0°C. This is usually the coldest month of the year, so be sure to prepare with plenty of winter gear.

Precipitation

Frankfurt am Main in January usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 62 mm for the month. Historically, the month has about 16 days of snow/rain.

Average sunshine

The city usually sees around 49 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Frankfurt am Main. May, June, July, August and September typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Frankfurt am Main, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -0°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 6°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 52%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 62 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
HumidityHumidity 84% *  
SunshineSunshine 49 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 18% *  
* Data from: Frankfurt, Germany (11 KM, 6 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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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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