January weather forecastBochum, Germany

January

Weather in January

Bochum, Germany ushers in the new year amidst chilling temperatures with relative humidity reaching its peak at an average 87%. The mercury fluctuates from 0.3°C (32.5°F) to 4.2°C (39.6°F), making it one of the colder months. January also brings an abundant mix of snow and rain, with prevailing overcast skies and short daylight hours. The winds are the fastest this month, adding to the chill in the air. Overall, the weather conditions in January are conducive for indoor activities, with outdoor enthusiasts needing to brace for the cold.

Temperature

January is the month that records the lowest temperatures in Bochum, with averages ranging from a high of 4.2°C (39.6°F) to a low of 0.3°C (32.5°F).

Humidity

In Bochum, the average relative humidity in January is 86%.

Rainfall

In January, in Bochum, Germany, the rain falls for 14.5 days. Throughout January, 52mm (2.05") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 178.2 rainfall days, and 518mm (20.39") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Bochum. The month with the most snowfall in Bochum is January, when snow falls for 6.8 days and typically aggregates up to 59mm (2.32") of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 8h and 27min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:36 and sunset at 16:32. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 08:11 and sunset at 17:17 CET.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Bochum is 3.6h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Bochum. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in January transforms into this advice:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.

Frequently asked questions

January, marked by an average high-temperature of 4.2°C (39.6°F) and a low-temperature of 0.3°C (32.5°F), is the coldest month in Bochum, Germany.

January temperatures in Bochum vary between a high-temperature of 4.2°C (39.6°F) and a low-temperature of 0.3°C (32.5°F).

In January, the average relative humidity in Bochum, Germany, is 86%.

In Bochum, in January, it is raining for 14.5 days, with typically 52mm (2.05") of accumulated precipitation.

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 6.8 days and typically aggregates up to 59mm (2.32") of snow.

In Bochum, during January, snow falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 59mm (2.32") of snow.

In Bochum, Germany, the average day length in January is 8h and 27min.

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 08:36 and sunset at 16:32. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:11 and sunset at 17:17 CET.

In January, the average sunshine duration in Bochum, Germany, is 3.6h.

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Bochum, Germany

  • Average high temperature in January: 4.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (23.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (4.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 0.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (14.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0.3°C).

Average pressure in January
Bochum, Germany

  • Average pressure in January: 1016mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1017.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1013mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Bochum, Germany

  • Average wind speed in January: 15.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (16.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.6km/h).

Average humidity in January
Bochum, Germany

  • Average humidity in January: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (70%).

Average rainfall in January
Bochum, Germany

  • Average rainfall in January: 52mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (66mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (24mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Bochum, Germany

  • Average rainfall days in January: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (12.4 days).

Average snowfall in January
Bochum, Germany

  • Average snowfall in January: 59mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (59mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in January
Bochum, Germany

  • Average snowfall days in January: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Bochum, Germany

  • Average daylight in January: 8h and 30min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 36min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in January
Bochum, Germany

  • Average sunshine days in January: 10.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (14.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (9.5 days).

Average UV index in January
Bochum, Germany

  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Bochum, Germany

  • Average cloud cover in January: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in January
Bochum, Germany

  • Average visibility in January: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and December (8km).