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Mecklenburg-Pomerania Weather in January

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

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Binz Ostseebad Sellin Sassnitz Göhren

Planning a getaway to Mecklenburg-Pomerania, Germany this January and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Mecklenburg-Pomerania in January

Mecklenburg-Pomerania, Germany is a region in Germany. January in Mecklenburg-Pomerania generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. January is a winter month.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 5°C (41°F) and nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) in Binz. 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.

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

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Pasewalk with an average of 51 mm (2 in) to moderate snow/rainfall in Boltenhagen with 74 mm (2.9 in).

Explore Mecklenburg-Pomerania by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Mecklenburg-Pomerania — and find the best time to visit. (based on Binz)

January5°C (41°F) February5°C (41°F) March6°C (43°F) April10°C (50°F) May14°C (57°F) June18°C (64°F) This monthJuly21°C (70°F) August21°C (70°F) September18°C (64°F) October14°C (57°F) November9°C (48°F) December6°C (43°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Mecklenburg-Pomerania in January

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

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 Mecklenburg-Pomerania

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

Temperature range in Mecklenburg-Pomerania (January)

Precipitation variation in Mecklenburg-Pomerania (January)

Binz

In January Binz 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
2°C (36°F)
1°C (34°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly rainfall
74 mm (2.9 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Binz →

Ostseebad Sellin

In January Ostseebad Sellin 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
2°C (36°F)
1°C (34°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly rainfall
75 mm (3 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
16 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Ostseebad Sellin →

Sassnitz

In January Sassnitz 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)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
1°C (34°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly rainfall
76 mm (3 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
16 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Sassnitz →

Göhren

In January Göhren 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)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
1°C (34°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly rainfall
76 mm (3 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 Göhren →

Baabe

In January Baabe 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
2°C (36°F)
1°C (34°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly rainfall
75 mm (3 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Mecklenburg-Pomerania, 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 Mecklenburg-Pomerania in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Binz 5°C (41°F) 1°C (34°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Ostseebad Sellin 5°C (41°F) 1°C (34°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Sassnitz 5°C (41°F) 1°C (34°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Göhren 5°C (41°F) 1°C (34°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)
Baabe 5°C (41°F) 1°C (34°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Kühlungsborn 5°C (41°F) 0°C (32°F) 61 mm (2.4 in)

Mecklenburg-Pomerania weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Mecklenburg-Pomerania, Germany in January?

Mecklenburg-Pomerania, Germany typically experiences poor weather in January, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Binz average around 5°C (41°F), and temperatures drop to about 1°C (34°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Mecklenburg-Pomerania, Germany in January?

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

Does Mecklenburg-Pomerania, Germany get a lot of rain in January?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Mecklenburg-Pomerania, Germany during January, with Binz averaging close to 68 mm (2.7 in).

Is January a Good Time to Visit Mecklenburg-Pomerania, Germany?

In our opinion, January may not be the ideal time to visit Mecklenburg-Pomerania, Germany due to the typically poor weather in Binz.

On average, the best time to visit Mecklenburg-Pomerania, Germany is in July and August with generally perfect weather in Binz. The weather in January, February, March, April, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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