Ratekau weather in January (Schleswig-Holstein, Germany)

Is Ratekau a good destination in January, weather-wise? Find all the essential weather information for this month in our guide.

Temperatures

Typically, January in Ratekau includes low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. The winter season is characteristic of January. Daytime temperatures hover around 5°C, while nights can cool down to about -0°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

Ratekau in January usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 59 mm for the month. Snow/rain is expected on roughly 16 days.

Average sunshine

This month sees fewer sunny days, with about 40 hours of sunshine, perfect for those who enjoy cooler temperatures.

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

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Ratekau, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature -0°C  

Max Temperature 5°C  

Chance of Rain 54%  

Precipitation 59 mm  

Rainy days 16 days  

Humidity 88% *  

Sunshine 40 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Kiel, Germany (56 KM, 35 Miles).

Where to go in Germany in January

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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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