What to pack for Munich in January
- a warm coat, hat and gloves
- a compact umbrella or rain shell — rain is frequent
- waterproof boots — snow is likely
Humidity averages 80%; max daily wind around 19 km/h. Snow falls on about 7 days.
How January compares
Best months in Munich: June–September. See the full best time to visit Munich guide.
Munich in January: the details
In January, Munich sees average daytime highs of 4°C (40°F) and overnight lows of -2°C (28°F). Rainfall totals roughly 73 mm across 13.8 rainy days, and the sun shines about 4.5 hours per day with 8.6 hours of daylight mid-month. Relative humidity averages 80%.
In context: January is the coldest month of the year and the 9th-wettest in Munich. The sunniest month is June (11.9 h/day).
| Metric | January average |
|---|---|
| Daytime high | 4°C / 40°F |
| Overnight low | -2°C / 28°F |
| Rainfall | 73 mm over 13.8 rainy days |
| Sunshine | 4.5 h/day (8.6 h daylight) |
| Humidity | 80% |
| Travel score | 0.1 / 10 |
These figures are climate normals computed from the ERA5 weather reanalysis (2019–2024) for Munich, Germany (48.14, 11.58) — see our methodology. Actual conditions vary year to year.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is Munich in January?
Daytime highs in Munich in January average 4°C (40°F); nights drop to about -2°C.
Does it rain in Munich in January?
Expect around 13.8 rainy days and 73 mm of rainfall in January.
Is January a good time to visit Munich?
January is a challenging month to visit Munich — consider June–September instead. Overall travel score: 0.1/10. The best months are June–September.
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