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

Will it be warm or cold in Gelsenkirchen this January? Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.

Temperatures

The month of January in Gelsenkirchen typically brings low temperatures and moderate rainfall. January is known for being in the winter season. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 6°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around 1°C. The month is typically the coldest, so be sure to prepare by packing plenty of warm clothing.

Precipitation

Gelsenkirchen in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 87 mm for the month. Expect around 18 days of rain based on historical data.

Average sunshine

The city usually sees around 40 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.

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

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

 

Gelsenkirchen, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 1°C  

Max Temperature 6°C  

Chance of Rain 60%  

Precipitation 87 mm  

Rainy days 18 days  

Sunshine 40 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Bochum, Germany (8 KM, 5 Miles).

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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

4/10

Walking

4/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

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