Pilsen Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Pilsen, Czech Republic in January.

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Plzeň Železná Ruda Kašperské Hory Sušice

Are you planning a trip a to Pilsen, Czech Republic in January and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Pilsen in January

Pilsen, Czech Republic is a region in Czech Republic. January in Pilsen generally has temperatures that range from very cold to cold, with moderate precipitation. During January, winter is in full swing.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is very cold in Modrava at 1°C (34°F) and cold in Žinkovy at 3°C (37°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to -3°C (27°F) in Žinkovy and -5°C (23°F) in Modrava. On average, January is the coldest month of the year in Pilsen, Czech Republic. So be prepared and make sure to pack winter cloths.

For a closer look at conditions across Pilsen, Czech Republic, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Břasy with an average of 45 mm (1.8 in) to moderate snow/rainfall in Modrava with 89 mm (3.5 in).

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Best Places to Visit in Pilsen in January

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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 Pilsen

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in Pilsen, Czech Republic?

Temperature range in Pilsen (January)

Precipitation variation in Pilsen (January)

Plzeň

In January Plzeň 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 poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
-3°C (27°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
48 mm (1.9 in)
45 mm (1.8 in)
42 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
15 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Plzeň →

Železná Ruda

In January Železná Ruda generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C (36°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C (23°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
3°C (37°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-5°C (23°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly sun hours
77 hours
74 hours
90 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
88 mm (3.5 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Železná Ruda →

Kašperské Hory

In January Kašperské Hory generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C (36°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C (23°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
3°C (37°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-5°C (23°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly sun hours
77 hours
74 hours
90 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
74 mm (2.9 in)
75 mm (3 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
16 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Kašperské Hory →

Sušice

In January Sušice generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C (36°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C (25°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
3°C (37°F)
2°C (36°F)
3°C (37°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-4°C (25°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly sun hours
77 hours
74 hours
90 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
70 mm (2.8 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Sušice →

Hojsova Stráž

In January Hojsova Stráž generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C (36°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C (25°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
3°C (37°F)
2°C (36°F)
3°C (37°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-4°C (25°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly sun hours
77 hours
74 hours
90 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
81 mm (3.2 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
16 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Hojsova Stráž →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Pilsen, in Czech Republic.

In our records: Czech Republic January extremes

Notable January records observed across cities in Czech Republic 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 Czech Republic dropped to -30°C (-22°F) in Pec pod Sněžkou on January 12, 1987.

Popular cities in January

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Pilsen in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Plzeň 3°C (37°F) -3°C (27°F) 45 mm (1.8 in)
Železná Ruda 2°C (36°F) -5°C (23°F) 88 mm (3.5 in)
Kašperské Hory 2°C (36°F) -5°C (23°F) 75 mm (3 in)
Sušice 2°C (36°F) -4°C (25°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Hojsova Stráž 2°C (36°F) -4°C (25°F) 80 mm (3.1 in)
Klatovy 2°C (36°F) -4°C (25°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)

Pilsen weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Pilsen, Czech Republic in January?

Pilsen, Czech Republic typically experiences poor weather in January, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Plzeň average around 3°C (37°F), and temperatures drop to about -3°C (27°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Pilsen, Czech Republic in January?

Average temperatures in Pilsen, Czech Republic during January range from a nighttime low near -3°C (27°F) to a daytime high around 3°C (37°F) in Plzeň.

Does Pilsen, Czech Republic get a lot of snow/rain in January?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Pilsen, Czech Republic during January, with Plzeň averaging close to 45 mm (1.8 in).

Is January a Good Time to Visit Pilsen, Czech Republic?

In our view, January might not be the best time to travel to Pilsen, Czech Republic with often poor weather in Plzeň.

On average, the best time to visit Pilsen, Czech Republic is in June, July, August and September with generally perfect weather in Plzeň. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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