What to pack for Berlin in January
- a warm coat, hat and gloves
- a compact umbrella or rain shell — rain is frequent
- waterproof boots — snow is likely
Humidity averages 85%; max daily wind around 22 km/h. Snow falls on about 2.8 days.
How January compares
Best months in Berlin: May–September. See the full best time to visit Berlin guide.
Berlin in January: the details
In January, Berlin sees average daytime highs of 5°C (40°F) and overnight lows of 0°C (32°F). Rainfall totals roughly 54 mm across 13 rainy days, and the sun shines about 3 hours per day with 7.9 hours of daylight mid-month. Relative humidity averages 85%.
In context: January is the coldest month of the year and the 5th-wettest in Berlin. The sunniest month is June (13 h/day).
| Metric | January average |
|---|---|
| Daytime high | 5°C / 40°F |
| Overnight low | 0°C / 32°F |
| Rainfall | 54 mm over 13 rainy days |
| Sunshine | 3 h/day (7.9 h daylight) |
| Humidity | 85% |
| Travel score | 0.3 / 10 |
These figures are climate normals computed from the ERA5 weather reanalysis (2019–2024) for Berlin, Germany (52.52, 13.41) — see our methodology. Actual conditions vary year to year.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is Berlin in January?
Daytime highs in Berlin in January average 5°C (40°F); nights drop to about 0°C.
Does it rain in Berlin in January?
Expect around 13 rainy days and 54 mm of rainfall in January.
Is January a good time to visit Berlin?
January is a challenging month to visit Berlin — consider May–September instead. Overall travel score: 0.3/10. The best months are May–September.
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