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Göttingen Weather in January

January in Göttingen brings low temperatures, with daytime highs of 4°C (39°F) and nights around -1°C (30°F). Quite a bit of snow/rainfall is expected, around 73 mm (2.9 in), so pack an umbrella.

Rainfall in Göttingen in January

Snow/rain is expected on roughly 16 days, totalling around 73 mm (2.9 in) for the month. This is a month with many wet days but modest rainfall totals, so showers are generally light and easy to manage.

Temperature in Göttingen in January

Expect highs of 4°C (39°F) in Göttingen in January, with nights dropping to around -1°C (30°F). January marks the winter season. Staying warm is the main priority this month, especially during mornings and evenings. With lows of -1°C (30°F), nights are freezing. Packing a spare blanket is worth considering if you're staying somewhere that might not be fully heated. It's often the coldest month of the year, a perfect time to cozy up indoors. Make sure to bring along suitable winter clothing.

Sunshine in Göttingen in January

The area experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 39 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Göttingen. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

Göttingen Temperature in January

Min Temperature
-1°C (30°F)
Max Temperature
4°C (39°F)
Chance of Rain
54%
Precipitation
73 mm (2.9 in)
Rainy days
16 days
Humidity
84% *
Sunshine
39 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Kassel, Germany (39 KM, 24 Miles).

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Göttingen in January

We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Göttingen in January. You could start with thermal underwear or a good base layer to keep your core warm on the cooler days this month. Maybe also add a sweater or fleece, and top it off with a windproof jacket. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.

What To Do in Göttingen in January

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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