Lower-Saxony Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Lower-Saxony, Germany in January.

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Hanover Braunlage Cuxhaven Norden

Planning a journey to Lower-Saxony, 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 Lower-Saxony in January

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

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 3°C (37°F) in Braunlage to 7°C (45°F) in Borkum. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 3°C (37°F) in Borkum and -3°C (27°F) in Braunlage. 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.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Lower-Saxony, Germany, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Helmstedt with an average of 58 mm (2.3 in) to moderate snow/rainfall in Insel Neuwerk with 95 mm (3.7 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is more restricted in many locations in January. Hanover sees roughly 50 hours of sunlight. Our weather planner can help you find destinations with more sunshine if needed.

Explore Lower-Saxony by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Lower-Saxony - and find the best time to visit. (based on Hanover)

January5°C (41°F) February6°C (43°F) March10°C (50°F) April15°C (59°F) May19°C (66°F) June22°C (72°F) This monthJuly25°C (77°F) August24°C (75°F) September20°C (68°F) October15°C (59°F) November9°C (48°F) December6°C (43°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Lower-Saxony in January

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

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 Lower-Saxony

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

Temperature range in Lower-Saxony (January)

Precipitation variation in Lower-Saxony (January)

Hanover

In January Hanover generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
0°C (32°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly sun hours
38 hours
50 hours
71 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
68 mm (2.7 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
16 days
13 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Hanover →

Braunlage

In January Braunlage generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-3°C (27°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
75 mm (3 in)
76 mm (3 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
17 days
14 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Braunlage →

Cuxhaven

In January Cuxhaven generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
6°C (43°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
1°C (34°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly rainfall
96 mm (3.8 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
77 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
18 days
13 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Cuxhaven →

Norden

In January Norden generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
6°C (43°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
50 hours
52 hours
72 hours
Monthly rainfall
79 mm (3.1 in)
77 mm (3 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
19 days
14 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Norden →

Sankt Andreasberg

In January Sankt Andreasberg generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-3°C (27°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
80 mm (3.1 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
17 days
14 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Sankt Andreasberg →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Lower-Saxony, in Germany.

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 Lower-Saxony in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Hanover 5°C (41°F) 0°C (32°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Braunlage 3°C (37°F) -3°C (27°F) 76 mm (3 in)
Cuxhaven 6°C (43°F) 1°C (34°F) 91 mm (3.6 in)
Norden 6°C (43°F) 2°C (36°F) 77 mm (3 in)
Sankt Andreasberg 3°C (37°F) -3°C (27°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)
Bad Harzburg 4°C (39°F) -2°C (28°F) 76 mm (3 in)

Lower-Saxony weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Lower-Saxony, Germany in January?

January in Lower-Saxony, Germany brings less favorable weather. In Hanover, daytime temperatures are typically around 5°C (41°F) and nighttime lows hover near 0°C (32°F).

What is the average temperature in Lower-Saxony, Germany in January?

Average temperatures in Lower-Saxony, Germany during January range from a nighttime low near 0°C (32°F) to a daytime high around 5°C (41°F) in Hanover.

Does Lower-Saxony, Germany get a lot of snow/rain in January?

January is on the drier side in Lower-Saxony, Germany. Hanover averages only about 68 mm (2.7 in), with most days staying dry.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Lower-Saxony, Germany?

In our opinion, January may not be the ideal time to visit Lower-Saxony, Germany due to the typically less favorable weather in Hanover.

On average, the best time to visit Lower-Saxony, Germany is in June, July, August and September with generally excellent weather in Hanover. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have less favorable weather conditions.

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