January weather forecast
Magdeburg, Germany

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Weather in January

Commencing the year, January in Magdeburg, Germany, typically exhibits a winter climate. Prolonged chilly temperatures with high humidity can be expected, combined with brief hours of daylight that contribute to a tranquil, winter ambiance. Relative to December, January sees a decrease in mean precipitation. An increase in snowfall to 35mm (1.38") in comparison to December's result, with snow falling for approximately 7.2 days, appears important. Furthermore, January is characterized by substantial cloud cover, reinforcing the cooler conditions.

Temperature

January is the coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 2.5°C (36.5°F) and an average low-temperature of -1.5°C (29.3°F).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 88%, January is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In Magdeburg, during January, the rain falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 22mm (0.87") of precipitation. In Magdeburg, during the entire year, the rain falls for 141.3 days and collects up to 307mm (12.09") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Magdeburg. January is the month with the most snowfall in Magdeburg. Snow falls for 7.2 days and accumulates 35mm (1.38") of snow.

Daylight

In Magdeburg, the average length of the day in January is 8h and 22min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 08:22 and sunset at 16:11. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:55 and sunset at 16:57 CET.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 3.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Magdeburg are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 in January translates into these instructions:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Magdeburg?

January tends to be the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a daily high of 2.5°C (36.5°F) and a low of -1.5°C (29.3°F).

How cold is it in Magdeburg in January?

Magdeburg in January has an average high-temperature of 2.5°C (36.5°F) and an average low-temperature of -1.5°C (29.3°F).

What is the most humid month in Magdeburg?

January is the most humid month in Magdeburg, with an average relative humidity of 88%.

What is the average humidity in January in Magdeburg?

The average relative humidity in January in Magdeburg, Germany, is 88%.

How much does it rain in Magdeburg in January?

In January, in Magdeburg, the rain falls for 9.5 days. Throughout January, 22mm (0.87") of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Magdeburg?

The month with the most snowfall in Magdeburg is January, when snow falls for 7.2 days and typically aggregates up to 35mm (1.38") of snow.

How much does it snow in Magdeburg in January?

In Magdeburg, Germany, during January, snow falls for 7.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 35mm (1.38") of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January in Magdeburg?

In Magdeburg, Germany, the average day length in January is 8h and 22min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Magdeburg?

On the first day of January in Magdeburg, Germany, sunrise is at 08:22 and sunset at 16:11. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:55 and sunset at 16:57 CET.

How many hours of sunshine does Magdeburg have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January in Magdeburg, Germany, is 3.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Magdeburg?

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

How high is the UV index in January in Magdeburg?

In Magdeburg, Germany, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Magdeburg, Germany

Average temperature in January - Magdeburg, Germany
  • Average high temperature in January: 2.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (24.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (2.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: -1.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (14.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-1.5°C).

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Average pressure in January
Magdeburg, Germany

Average pressure in January - Magdeburg, Germany
  • Average pressure in January: 1015.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1017.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1013.6mbar).

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Average wind speed in January
Magdeburg, Germany

Average wind speed in January - Magdeburg, Germany
  • Average wind speed in January: 15.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (16km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.7km/h).

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Average humidity in January
Magdeburg, Germany

Average humidity in January - Magdeburg, Germany
  • Average humidity in January: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (67%).

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Average rainfall in January
Magdeburg, Germany

Average rainfall in January - Magdeburg, Germany
  • Average rainfall in January: 22mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (36mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (15mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Magdeburg, Germany

Average rainfall days in January - Magdeburg, Germany
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.4 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Magdeburg, Germany

Average snowfall in January - Magdeburg, Germany
  • Average snowfall in January: 35mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (35mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in January
Magdeburg, Germany

Average snowfall days in January - Magdeburg, Germany
  • Average snowfall days in January: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Magdeburg, Germany
  • Average daylight in January: 8h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Magdeburg, Germany

Average sunshine days in January - Magdeburg, Germany
  • Average sunshine days in January: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (12.4 days).

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Average UV index in January
Magdeburg, Germany

Average UV index in January - Magdeburg, 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, March, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in January
Magdeburg, Germany

Average cloud cover in January - Magdeburg, Germany
  • Average cloud cover in January: 61

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in January
Magdeburg, Germany

Average visibility in January - Magdeburg, Germany
  • Average visibility in January: 8km

The month with the highest visibility is August (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (8km).

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Magdeburg, Germany

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