January weather forecastEssen, Germany
January
Weather in January
January in Essen, Germany is characterized by the chill of winter, with the mercury plummeting to its lowest levels. Snowfall is not uncommon, with an average snow occurrence of 3.3 days in the month, and snowfall reaching 7mm (0.28"). Residents hunker down for long nights, and brisk, cloudy days, with limited sunshine. The expectation of the weather turning harsher in the subsequent month is well-founded, as cold winds sweep across the city, often reducing visibility to shorter distances.Temperature
Temperature readings in Essen, Germany, reach their annual highs in January, averaging 4.4°C (39.9°F) and a minimum average of 0.5°C (32.9°F).Humidity
The average relative humidity in January in Essen is 86%.Rainfall
In Essen, Germany, in January, it is raining for 9.8 days, with typically 12mm (0.47") of accumulated precipitation. In Essen, during the entire year, the rain falls for 109.7 days and collects up to 149mm (5.87") of precipitation.Snowfall
January through March and December are months with snowfall. In January, it is snowing for 3.3 days. Throughout January, 7mm (0.28") of snow is accumulated. In Essen, during the entire year, snow falls for 11.1 days and aggregates up to 25mm (0.98") of snow.Daylight
In January, the average length of the day in Essen is 8h and 27min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:37 and sunset at 16:33. On the last day of January, in Essen, sunrise is at 08:12 and sunset at 17:18 CET.
Sunshine
In January, the average sunshine in Essen is 3.5h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Essen are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in January translates into this advice:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Essen, Germany
- Average high temperature in January: 4.4°C
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (23.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (4.4°C).
- Average low temperature in January: 0.5°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 (0.5°C).
Average pressure in January
Essen, Germany
- Average pressure in January: 1015.9mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1017.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1012.9mbar).
Average wind speed in January
Essen, Germany
- Average wind speed in January: 15.7km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (16.5km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (10.9km/h).
Average humidity in January
Essen, 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
Essen, Germany
- Average rainfall in January: 12mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (17mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (6mm).
Average rainfall days in January
Essen, Germany
- Average rainfall days in January: 9.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (11.4 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and September (7.1 days).
Average snowfall in January
Essen, Germany
- Average snowfall in January: 7mm
The month with the highest snowfall is February (8mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).
Average snowfall days in January
Essen, Germany
- Average snowfall days in January: 3.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.3 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
Essen, 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: 7h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in January: 3h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in January
Essen, Germany
- Average sunshine days in January: 16.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is April (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (15.8 days).
Average UV index in January
Essen, 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
Essen, 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
Essen, Germany
- Average visibility in January: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
