Thuringia Weather in January

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

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Weimar Oberhof Eisenach Jena

Planning a getaway to Thuringia, 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 Thuringia in January

Thuringia, Germany is a region in Germany. January in Thuringia generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. The month of January is in the winter season.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 2°C (36°F) in Neuhaus am Rennweg to 5°C (41°F) in Gerstenberg. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -1°C (30°F) in Gerstenberg and -4°C (25°F) in Neuhaus am Rennweg. On average, January is the coldest month of the year in Thuringia, Germany. So be prepared and make sure to pack winter cloths.

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

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Artern with an average of 48 mm (1.9 in) to moderate snow/rainfall in Steinach with 79 mm (3.1 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is more limited in many areas during this month. Weimar receives about 58 hours of sunlight. For sunnier weather, check our weather planner to find destinations with better conditions.

Explore Thuringia by month

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

January4°C (39°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) August25°C (77°F) September20°C (68°F) October14°C (57°F) November9°C (48°F) December5°C (41°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Thuringia in January

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

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 Thuringia

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

Temperature range in Thuringia (January)

Precipitation variation in Thuringia (January)

Weimar

In January Weimar generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
4°C (39°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
45 hours
58 hours
78 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
56 mm (2.2 in)
50 mm (2 in)
45 mm (1.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
16 days
13 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Weimar →

Oberhof

In January Oberhof 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
-2°C (28°F)
-3°C (27°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly sun hours
45 hours
58 hours
78 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
76 mm (3 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
17 days
14 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Oberhof →

Eisenach

In January Eisenach generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
4°C (39°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly sun hours
45 hours
58 hours
78 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
65 mm (2.6 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
13 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Eisenach →

Jena

In January Jena generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
4°C (39°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
45 hours
58 hours
78 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
59 mm (2.3 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
16 days
13 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Jena →

Gotha

In January Gotha generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°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)
4°C (39°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly sun hours
45 hours
58 hours
78 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
63 mm (2.5 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
16 days
13 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Gotha →

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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 Thuringia in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Weimar 4°C (39°F) -2°C (28°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Oberhof 3°C (37°F) -3°C (27°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)
Eisenach 4°C (39°F) -2°C (28°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)
Jena 4°C (39°F) -2°C (28°F) 53 mm (2.1 in)
Gotha 4°C (39°F) -2°C (28°F) 58 mm (2.3 in)
Bad Frankenhausen 4°C (39°F) -2°C (28°F) 50 mm (2 in)

Thuringia weather in January: frequently asked questions

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

Thuringia, Germany typically experiences less favorable weather in January, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Weimar average around 4°C (39°F), and temperatures drop to about -2°C (28°F) at night.

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

Weimar averages a daytime maximum of 4°C (39°F) in January, with overnight lows close to -2°C (28°F).

Does Thuringia, Germany get a lot of snow/rain in January?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Thuringia, Germany during January, with Weimar averaging close to 50 mm (2 in).

Is January a Good Time to Visit Thuringia, Germany?

In our opinion, January may not be the ideal time to visit Thuringia, Germany due to the typically less favorable weather in Weimar.

Generally speaking, June, July, August and September provide excellent weather in Weimar. The weather in January, February, March, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be less favorable.

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