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

Looking to travel to Menden in January? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In January, Menden generally has low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. January falls within the winter season. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 5°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate -0°C. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year. Making it a great time for staying indoors and enjoying the warmth. Make sure you're prepared by packing the right winter outfits.

Menden in January usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 94 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 17 days of snow/rain.

The city usually sees around 40 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 Menden. June, July, August and September typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, 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 Menden climate page with graphs.

 

Menden, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -0°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 5°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 58%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 94 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 17 days  
SunshineSunshine 40 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Bochum, Germany (40 KM, 25 Miles).

Where to go in Germany in January

Find out more about the weather in Germany in January and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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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 Menden in January?

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 in January.

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
3/10
Walking
3/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
3/10

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