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Berlin Federal State Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Berlin Federal State, Germany in January.

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Berlin Eichwalde Rahnsdorf Wannsee

Planning a journey to Berlin Federal State, Germany this January and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Berlin Federal State in January

Berlin Federal State, Germany is a region in Germany. January in Berlin Federal State generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. It's the height of winter.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 4°C (39°F) and nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) in Berlin. 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.

For specific regional insights in Berlin Federal State, Germany, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

January is a moderate rainy month with an average snow/rainfall of around 56 mm (2.2 in) in Berlin.

Average sunshine

Many places experience limited sunshine during this period. Berlin receives around 57 hours of sunlight. If you prefer more sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other destinations.

Explore Berlin Federal State by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Berlin Federal State - and find the best time to visit. (based on Berlin)

January4°C (39°F) February6°C (43°F) March10°C (50°F) April16°C (61°F) May20°C (68°F) June23°C (73°F) This monthJuly26°C (79°F) August26°C (79°F) September21°C (70°F) October15°C (59°F) November9°C (48°F) December5°C (41°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Berlin Federal State in January

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Berlin Federal State.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Berlin Federal State

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in Berlin Federal State, Germany?

Temperature range in Berlin Federal State (January)

Precipitation variation in Berlin Federal State (January)

Berlin

In January Berlin generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
4°C (39°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
47 hours
57 hours
72 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
53 mm (2.1 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
15 days
12 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Berlin →

Eichwalde

In January Eichwalde generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
4°C (39°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
47 hours
57 hours
72 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
53 mm (2.1 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
15 days
12 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Eichwalde →

Rahnsdorf

In January Rahnsdorf generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
4°C (39°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
47 hours
57 hours
72 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
53 mm (2.1 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
15 days
12 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Rahnsdorf →

Wannsee

In January Wannsee generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
4°C (39°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
47 hours
57 hours
72 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
53 mm (2.1 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
15 days
12 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Wannsee →

Großziethen

In January Großziethen generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
4°C (39°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
47 hours
57 hours
72 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
53 mm (2.1 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
15 days
12 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
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In our records: Germany January extremes

Notable January records observed across cities in Germany in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • Based on our data, the coldest January night in Germany dropped to -27°C (-17°F) in Bad Füssing on January 7, 1985.
  • In our records, the coldest January daytime high in Germany was -19°C (-2°F) in Dresden on January 13, 1987.

Popular cities in January

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Berlin Federal State in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Berlin 4°C (39°F) -1°C (30°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Eichwalde 4°C (39°F) -1°C (30°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Rahnsdorf 4°C (39°F) -2°C (28°F) 57 mm (2.2 in)
Wannsee 4°C (39°F) -1°C (30°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Großziethen 4°C (39°F) -1°C (30°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)

Berlin Federal State weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Berlin Federal State, Germany in January?

In January, Berlin Federal State, Germany generally has less favorable weather conditions. Berlin sees daytime temperatures near 4°C (39°F), with nights cooling to roughly -1°C (30°F).

What is the average temperature in Berlin Federal State, Germany in January?

Average temperatures in Berlin Federal State, Germany during January range from a nighttime low near -1°C (30°F) to a daytime high around 4°C (39°F) in Berlin.

Does Berlin Federal State, Germany get a lot of snow/rain in January?

January is on the drier side in Berlin Federal State, Germany. Berlin averages only about 56 mm (2.2 in), with most days staying dry.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Berlin Federal State, Germany?

In our opinion, January may not be the ideal time to visit Berlin Federal State, Germany due to the typically less favorable weather in Berlin.

On average, the best time to visit Berlin Federal State, Germany is in May, June, July, August and September with generally excellent weather in Berlin. The weather in January, February, March, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be less favorable.

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