Temperature in The Black Forest in January

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities in the Black Forest, Germany this January.

The Black Forest, Germany, a region in Germany, experiences low average maximum daytime temperatures in January, ranging from 3°C (37°F) in Rottweil to 6°C (43°F) in Offenburg. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 0°C (32°F) in Offenburg and -3°C (27°F) in Rottweil. In January, it is winter. On average, it is one of the coldest months of the year.

What is the temperature of the different cities in the Black Forest, Germany in January?

To get a sense of January's typical temperatures in the key spots of the Black Forest, explore the map below. Click on a point for an in-depth look.

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See also: the Black Forest weather by month.

Best Places to Visit in the Black Forest in January

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in January: blue is cold, red is hot.

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The Black Forest temperatures in January: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in the Black Forest, Germany in January?

Baden-Baden averages a daytime high of 5°C (41°F) in January, which is low for the Black Forest, Germany.

How cold does it get at night in the Black Forest, Germany in January?

Average overnight lows in the Black Forest, Germany during January sit near -1°C (30°F) in Baden-Baden.

What is the warmest city in January in the Black Forest, Germany?

From a thorough analysis of our records, Offenburg clearly dominates in terms of high temperatures. The city witnesses daytime temperatures hovering around 6°C (43°F), and evenings that remain near 0°C (32°F).

What is the coldest city in January in the Black Forest, Germany?

Our database indicates that in January, Rottweil is the city with the coolest temperatures in the Black Forest, Germany. You can expect daytime highs of 3°C (37°F) and nighttime lows close to -3°C (27°F).

How much sun does the Black Forest, Germany get in January?

Baden-Baden experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 56 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days.

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