January weather forecastDüsseldorf, Germany

The Rhine River shore during winter, in Düsseldorf in GermanyThe Rhine River shore during winter, in Düsseldorf in Germany

January

Weather in January

January tends to be the coldest month of the year in Düsseldorf, mixing cold temperatures with a fair amount of snowfall. The majority of days in this month are shrouded in clouds, leaving small amounts of daylight and sunshine. Also, it is common to observe the roads and pavements covered in snow, with 16mm (0.63") snowfall occurring on 4.8 days. The winds can be felt a bit stronger in January which, combined with the high relative humidity of 86%, may make the weather feel even colder. Going outside calls for warming winter gear, making it the perfect period for planning indoor activities.

Temperature

The coldest temperatures occur during January, when averages reach a peak of 4.7°C (40.5°F) and a low of 0.7°C (33.3°F).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 86%.

Rainfall

In January, in Düsseldorf, the rain falls for 13.8 days. Throughout January, 22mm (0.87") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 156.3 rainfall days, and 267mm (10.51") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. January is the month with the most snowfall in Düsseldorf. Snow falls for 4.8 days and accumulates 16mm (0.63") of snow.

Daylight

In Düsseldorf, the average length of the day in January is 8h and 29min.
On the first day of January in Düsseldorf, Germany, sunrise is at 08:37 and sunset at 16:35. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:12 and sunset at 17:20 CET.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Düsseldorf is 4h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Düsseldorf, Germany. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in January translates into the following recommendations:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. 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. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

January, with average temperatures reaching a high of 4.7°C (40.5°F) and a low of 0.7°C (33.3°F), is the coldest month in Düsseldorf.

Düsseldorf in January has an average high-temperature of 4.7°C (40.5°F) and an average low-temperature of 0.7°C (33.3°F).

The months with the highest humidity in Düsseldorf are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 86%.

The average relative humidity in January in Düsseldorf is 86%.

In January, in Düsseldorf, Germany, the rain falls for 13.8 days. Throughout January, 22mm (0.87") of precipitation is accumulated.

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 4.8 days and accumulates 16mm (0.63") of snow.

In Düsseldorf, Germany, in January, during 4.8 snowfall days, 16mm (0.63") of snow is typically accumulated.

The average day length in January in Düsseldorf, Germany, is 8h and 29min.

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 08:37 and sunset at 16:35. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:12 and sunset at 17:20 CET.

The average sunshine duration in January in Düsseldorf, Germany, is 4h.

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

In Düsseldorf, Germany, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Düsseldorf, Germany

  • Average high temperature in January: 4.7°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (23.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (4.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 0.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (15°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0.7°C).

Average pressure in January
Düsseldorf, Germany

  • Average pressure in January: 1016.2mbar

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
Düsseldorf, Germany

  • Average wind speed in January: 14.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (15.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.5km/h).

Average humidity in January
Düsseldorf, Germany

  • Average humidity in January: 86%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (70%).

Average rainfall in January
Düsseldorf, Germany

  • Average rainfall in January: 22mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (32mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (13mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Düsseldorf, Germany

  • Average rainfall days in January: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (9.6 days).

Average snowfall in January
Düsseldorf, Germany

  • Average snowfall in January: 16mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (16mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in January
Düsseldorf, Germany

  • Average snowfall days in January: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.8 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
Düsseldorf, Germany

  • Average daylight in January: 8h and 30min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Düsseldorf, Germany

  • Average sunshine days in January: 11.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (10 days).

Average UV index in January
Düsseldorf, 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
Düsseldorf, Germany

  • Average cloud cover in January: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in January
Düsseldorf, Germany

  • Average visibility in January: 9km

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