Weather in January in The Black Forest
Planning a journey to the Black Forest this January and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:
What is the weather like in the Black Forest in January?
The Black Forest is a region in Germany. January in the Black Forest generally has cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. During January, winter is in full swing.
Temperatures
The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 3°C in Rottweil to 6°C in Offenburg. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -0°C in Offenburg and -3°C in Rottweil. In general, this month stands out as the coldest period throughout the year. Given the lower temperatures, it's essential to be well-prepared. Packing the right winter clothing and necessary accessories can make a significant difference in ensuring your comfort and well-being during this chilly season.
Precipitation
In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Tübingen with an average of 76 mm to high snow/rainfall in Baden-Baden with 106 mm.Average sunshine
Most areas see fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 56 hours of sunshine in Baden-Baden. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer dimmer, overcast conditions over bright sunny days.For specific regional insights in the Black Forest for January, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our the Black Forest climate page.
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What is the weather like in January for the 4 most popular destinations in the Black Forest?
Baden-Baden
In January Baden-Baden generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Tübingen
In January Tübingen generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Offenburg
In January Offenburg generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -0°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Rottweil
In January Rottweil generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is January the best time to visit the Black Forest?
Given the typically poor weather conditions in Baden-Baden, January may not be the ideal time to visit the Black Forest.
Generally speaking, August and September provide perfect weather in Baden-Baden. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, November and December tend to be poor.
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