January Rainfall and Precipitation in Lower-Saxony

Average rainfall, rainy days and the driest cities in Lower-Saxony, Germany in January.

Lower-Saxony, Germany, a region in Germany, experiences precipitation in January ranging from moderate in Helmstedt (58 mm (2.3 in)) to moderate in Insel Neuwerk (95 mm (3.7 in)). January falls during the winter season.

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Monthly precipitation 0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet

Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in January: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.

Lower-Saxony precipitation in January: frequently asked questions

How much snow/rainfall does Lower-Saxony, Germany receive in January?

Rainfall in Hanover during January is on the lighter side, averaging about 68 mm (2.7 in). Expect predominantly dry weather punctuated by short showers.

How many days does it rain in Lower-Saxony, Germany in January?

Hanover sees roughly 16 days rainy days during January.

Is January part of the rainy season in Lower-Saxony, Germany?

No. January sits outside the typical rainy season in Lower-Saxony, Germany, so you can expect drier conditions overall.

What is the wettest city in January in Lower-Saxony, Germany?

Based on our records, Insel Neuwerk receives the most rainfall in Lower-Saxony, Germany in January, averaging about 95 mm (3.7 in).

What is the driest city in January in Lower-Saxony, Germany?

Based on our database, Helmstedt sees the least snow/rainfall in Lower-Saxony, Germany in January, with around 58 mm (2.3 in) on average.

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