Fehmarn Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Fehmarn, Germany in January.

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Burg auf Fehmarn Puttgarden Gammendorf Petersdorf auf Fehmarn

Thinking about venturing to Fehmarn, Germany this January and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Fehmarn in January

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

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 5°C (41°F) and nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) in Burg auf Fehmarn. January is a very cold month in some areas, so be prepared and make sure to dress up warm.

For specific regional insights in Fehmarn, Germany, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Puttgarden with an average of 68 mm (2.7 in) to moderate rainfall in Petersdorf auf Fehmarn with 74 mm (2.9 in).

Average sunshine

Many places experience limited sunshine during this period. Burg auf Fehmarn receives around 40 hours of sunlight. If you prefer more sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other destinations.

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Best Places to Visit in Fehmarn in January

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

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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 Fehmarn

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

Temperature range in Fehmarn (January)

Precipitation variation in Fehmarn (January)

Burg auf Fehmarn

In January Burg auf Fehmarn generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
1°C (34°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
35 hours
40 hours
66 hours
Monthly rainfall
78 mm (3.1 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
16 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Burg auf Fehmarn →

Puttgarden

In January Puttgarden generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
1°C (34°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
35 hours
40 hours
66 hours
Monthly rainfall
76 mm (3 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Puttgarden →

Gammendorf

In January Gammendorf generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
1°C (34°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
35 hours
40 hours
66 hours
Monthly rainfall
79 mm (3.1 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Gammendorf →

Petersdorf auf Fehmarn

In January Petersdorf auf Fehmarn generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
1°C (34°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
35 hours
40 hours
66 hours
Monthly rainfall
82 mm (3.2 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Petersdorf auf Fehmarn →

Dänschendorf

In January Dänschendorf generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
1°C (34°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
35 hours
40 hours
66 hours
Monthly rainfall
81 mm (3.2 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Dänschendorf →

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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 Fehmarn in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Burg auf Fehmarn 5°C (41°F) 1°C (34°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)
Puttgarden 5°C (41°F) 1°C (34°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Gammendorf 5°C (41°F) 1°C (34°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)
Petersdorf auf Fehmarn 5°C (41°F) 1°C (34°F) 74 mm (2.9 in)
Dänschendorf 5°C (41°F) 1°C (34°F) 73 mm (2.9 in)
Strukkamp auf Fehmarn 5°C (41°F) 1°C (34°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)

Fehmarn weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Fehmarn, Germany in January?

January in Fehmarn, Germany brings poor weather. In Burg auf Fehmarn, daytime temperatures are typically around 5°C (41°F) and nighttime lows hover near 1°C (34°F).

What is the average temperature in Fehmarn, Germany in January?

Daytime temperatures in Burg auf Fehmarn peak at roughly 5°C (41°F) in January, dropping to about 1°C (34°F) overnight.

Does Fehmarn, Germany get a lot of rain in January?

January is on the drier side in Fehmarn, Germany. Burg auf Fehmarn averages only about 70 mm (2.8 in), with most days staying dry.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Fehmarn, Germany?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Burg auf Fehmarn, January may not be the ideal time to visit Fehmarn, Germany.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in July and August offering mostly perfect weather in Burg auf Fehmarn. In contrast, January, February, March, April, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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