Hildesheim weather in January (Lower-Saxony, Germany)

What kind of temperatures can you expect in Hildesheim during January? Discover if this is the best time for your journey with our detailed monthly weather breakdown.

Temperatures

During January, Hildesheim usually has low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. January is part of the winter season. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 5°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around -1°C. This month is known for being the coldest, so make sure you pack appropriately with plenty of warm clothing.

Precipitation

Hildesheim in January usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 69 mm for the month. Records from the past 30 years suggest that around 16 days will experience snow/rain.

Average sunshine

This month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with about 50 hours of sunshine. It's great for those who appreciate cooler, less sunny days.

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

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

 

Hildesheim, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature -1°C  

Max Temperature 5°C  

Chance of Rain 53%  

Precipitation 69 mm  

Rainy days 16 days  

Sunshine 50 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Hanover, Germany (28 KM, 17 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

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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

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