January weather forecastChemnitz, Germany
January
Weather in January
The weather in January in Chemnitz, Germany is dominated by the winter chill, as the city is situated in the cool/climate zone. With the mercury dipping to drastic lows, it becomes the coldest month of the entire 12-month period. The adverse weather conditions contribute to fourteen hours of cloud cover daily, corroborated by the snowfall which is marked at its highest, 128mm (5.04"). The city is usually cloaked under a thick layer of snow during this month. It is not uncommon during January in Chemnitz, to see vehicle and pedestrian movement hampered due to the snow cover.Temperature
January is the coldest month in Chemnitz, exhibiting average temperatures of 1.2°C (34.2°F) at the peak and -3.6°C (25.5°F) at the base.Humidity
January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 90%.Rainfall
In January, in Chemnitz, the rain falls for 8.3 days. Throughout January, 40mm (1.57") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 160.3 rainfall days, and 507mm (19.96") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Chemnitz. The month with the most snowfall in Chemnitz is January, when snow falls for 12.4 days and typically aggregates up to 128mm (5.04") of snow.Daylight
In January, the average length of the day is 8h and 32min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:10 and sunset at 16:12. On the last day of January, in Chemnitz, sunrise is at 07:46 and sunset at 16:56 CET.
Sunshine
January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.6h of sunshine.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The maximum UV index, 1 during January, leads to the following recommendations:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Chemnitz, Germany
- Average high temperature in January: 1.2°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (22.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (1.2°C).
- Average low temperature in January: -3.6°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (13°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-3.6°C).
Average pressure in January
Chemnitz, Germany
- Average pressure in January: 1017.2mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is October (1017.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1014.9mbar).
Average wind speed in January
Chemnitz, Germany
- Average wind speed in January: 14.4km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (15.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10km/h).
Average humidity in January
Chemnitz, Germany
- Average humidity in January: 90%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (73%).
Average rainfall in January
Chemnitz, Germany
- Average rainfall in January: 40mm
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and August (61mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (22mm).
Average rainfall days in January
Chemnitz, Germany
- Average rainfall days in January: 8.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.9 days).
Average snowfall in January
Chemnitz, Germany
- Average snowfall in January: 128mm
The month with the highest snowfall is January (128mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).
Average snowfall days in January
Chemnitz, Germany
- Average snowfall days in January: 12.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Chemnitz, Germany
- Average daylight in January: 8h and 30min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in January: 3h and 36min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in January
Chemnitz, Germany
- Average sunshine days in January: 13.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.1 days).
Average UV index in January
Chemnitz, Germany
- Average UV index in January: 1
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in January
Chemnitz, Germany
- Average cloud cover in January: 65
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).
Average visibility in January
Chemnitz, Germany
- Average visibility in January: 7km
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August and September (9km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (7km).
