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

What weather conditions can you expect in Münster this January? Thinking about a visit? Explore this page for a full overview of the weather conditions this month.

Temperatures

During January, Münster usually has low temperatures and moderate rainfall. January is part of winter. Daytime temperatures hover around 6°C, while nights can cool down to about 1°C. With temperatures often at their lowest, this month is coldest of the year. Ideal for indoor activities, be sure to pack warm clothing.

Precipitation

Münster in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 77 mm for the month. Records from the past 30 years suggest that around 18 days will experience rain.

Average sunshine

The month has fewer sunny days, with around 40 hours hours of sunshine, suitable for those who prefer less sun.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Münster. May, June, July, August and September typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Münster, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 1°C  

Max Temperature 6°C  

Chance of Rain 58%  

Precipitation 77 mm  

Rainy days 18 days  

Sunshine 40 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Bochum, Germany (60 KM, 37 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

4/10

Walking

4/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

Interested in more climate information?

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