Heidelberg weather in January (Baden-Württemberg, Germany)

What should you pack for a trip to Heidelberg in January? Use this page to get an overview of the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

In January, Heidelberg typically experiences low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. The month of January belongs to the winter season. Daytime temperatures generally peak at 5°C, but after sunset, they often decrease to around -1°C. During the coldest month of the year, be prepared to bundle up with heavy winter gear.

Precipitation

Heidelberg in January usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 81 mm for the month. Analyzing past climate data, one can expect approximately 16 days of snow/rain.

Average sunshine

The month has fewer sunny days, with around 57 hours hours of sunshine, suitable for those who prefer less sun.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Heidelberg. May, 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 Heidelberg climate page with graphs.

 

Heidelberg, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature -1°C  

Max Temperature 5°C  

Chance of Rain 53%  

Precipitation 81 mm  

Rainy days 16 days  

Sunshine 57 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Mannheim, Germany (19 KM, 11 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

Temperatures

Precipitation

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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

Interested in more climate information?

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