Merseburg weather in January (Saxony-Anhalt, Germany)

Will it be rainy or sunny in Merseburg this January? Explore our page to find a thorough overview of this month's weather conditions.

Temperatures

Typically, January in Merseburg includes low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. The winter season is characteristic of January. Expect the temperatures during the day to hover around 5°C. At night, they will likely drop to about -1°C. Prepare for the coldest month of the year by packing warm and cozy winter cloths.

Precipitation

Merseburg in January usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 50 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 15 days of snow/rain are anticipated.

Average sunshine

The month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with roughly 63 hours hours of sunshine. Ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

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

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

 

Merseburg, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature -1°C  

Max Temperature 5°C  

Chance of Rain 50%  

Precipitation 50 mm  

Rainy days 15 days  

Humidity 81% *  

Sunshine 63 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Leipzig, Germany (26 KM, 16 Miles).

Where to go in Germany in January

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Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

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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

2/10

Outdoor sports

3/10

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